Meaning & use
Egosyntonic
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In psychology, describing thoughts, feelings, or behaviors that are consistent with a person's self-image and feel acceptable to them, even if they are harmful or disordered.
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Because the behavior felt egosyntonic to the patient, he saw no reason to seek treatment.
Therapists note that certain personality traits remain egosyntonic even when they cause problems for others.
A note on using this word
Egosyntonic is the direct opposite of 'egodystonic,' which describes thoughts or urges a person finds distressing and inconsistent with their self-image; the distinction is important in diagnosing conditions like OCD.
Words with an opposite meaning
egodystonic
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