What is psychological integrity?

Psychological integrity involves maintaining a consistent and coherent sense of self that is not overly reactive to external influences or defined by others' perceptions. It is the ability to engage with different social contexts and individuals (like family, friends, or strangers) without losing one’s core sense of identity. This concept is closely tied to the prefrontal cortex’s role in establishing context-dependent behaviors and thoughts, allowing an individual to adapt to various situations while maintaining a continuous sense of self. Achieving this state involves becoming less psychologically reactive and not identifying too strongly with one's self-concept, leading to a kind of invulnerability that stems from not being overly defensive or overly attached to one's self-image 1.