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Introjection

Evidence-informed definition Updated January 24, 2026 How to cite this entry

Introjection is a psychological process through which an individual adopts the ideas, attitudes, or behaviors of others as their own. This can happen because the person wishes to avoid guilt or maintain self-approval.

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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2026). Introjection. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.

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