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SATISFACTION OF INSTINCTS

By N., Sam M.S.

Any meeting of basic needs (hunger, thirst, sex, or aggression) which eliminates anxiety and displeasure while restoring the organism to balance. Can occur on a subconscious, preconscious, or conscious level. Also known as: gratification of instincts. See also: libido.

SATISFACTION OF INSTINCTS: "Satisfaction of instincts leads to a lower level of stress in an organism."
Cite this page: N., Sam M.S., "SATISFACTION OF INSTINCTS," in PsychologyDictionary.org, April 28, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/satisfaction-of-instincts/ (accessed June 1, 2023).
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