APA Dictionary of Psychology

centered

Updated on 04/19/2018
adj.
  1. describing the state of an organism that is perfectly integrated with its environment. [defined by Kurt Goldstein]
  2. denoting a state of mind characterized by having a firm grip on reality, knowing who one is and what one wants out of life, and being prepared to meet most eventualities in an efficient manner.
  3. in a posture for defense or attack, with body balanced and crouching forward.
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