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A central theme is how children internalize their mother's ambiguous or hostile messages. The child's psyche may develop an internal voice—a constellation of negative messages called introjects—that constantly undermines their self-esteem.
What is an Introject?
In psychological terms, an introject is an internalized object or voice stemming from past experiences with caregivers. These internal voices may tell children that they are unworthy, inadequate, or a failure—messages that persist into adulthood despite external accomplishments.
The Long-Term Effects