ironic process theory
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Human sciences, Psychology, Sciences The theory of the psychological process whereby deliberate attempts to suppress certain thoughts make them more likely to surface.
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noun
Human sciences, Psychology, Sciences The theory of the psychological process whereby deliberate attempts to suppress certain thoughts make them more likely to surface.
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