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reality principle [rē′al·əd·ē ‚prin·sə·pəl] (psychology) The concept that the pleasure principle is normally modified by the demands of the external environment and that the individual adjusts to these inescapable requirements so that he ultimately secures satisfaction of his instinctual wishes. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| What class analysis represents for Dawahare is the utilization of what I will call a reality principle in place of myths and delusions: "An internationalist reconceptualization of black culture would have a liberating impact on everything we do, from the organizing of conferences, the editing of literary anthologies, and the practicing of criticism, to teaching. Augustine, he does not see in the rages of infants an indicator of the human psyche's demands for continued attention, or of an infantile egotism destined to be confronted by the reality principle. Friedman refers to ``the only reality principle left'' - that of the United States getting directly involved - with military force, if necessary, and bringing about real peace in the area. |
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