Self-Extension: Beyond the Body and into the World
Definition and Core Concepts of Self-Extension Self-extension refers to a fundamental psychological process, particularly championed by psychologist Gordon Allport, wherein the boundaries of the self are expanded beyond the physical body and immediate consciousness to include external objects, people, and abstract concepts. This phenomenon constitutes an essential element of personality development, specifically identified by Allport […]
Extended Suicide: Unpacking the Psychology of Tragedy
EXTENDED SUICIDE: Conceptual Framework and Definitional Nuances The concept of extended suicide, often categorized within the broader spectrum of murder-suicide events, represents a unique and profoundly disturbing psychological phenomenon requiring careful distinction from traditional homicide or even typical acts of combined violence and self-harm. At its core, extended suicide involves the deliberate killing of another […]