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What is parapraxis also known as?
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Remember, parapraxis or Freudian slips are errors that often reveal deeper, hidden thoughts or emotions.
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Feb 11, 2026
Screen Memory
Defense Mechanism
Freudian Slip
Transference
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A parapraxis, also known as a Freudian Slip, is an unintentional error in speech or memory that, according to Sigmund Freud, exposes subconscious thoughts or desires.
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