What is another word for death instinct?
Pronunciation: [dˈɛθ ˈɪnstɪŋkt] (IPA) 
The concept of the "death instinct" is a psychological theory that suggests human behavior is driven by a desire for self-destruction. It is also known as "Thanatos" in Greek mythology. Synonyms for the term "death instinct" include "self-destructive tendency," "death drive," "psychic entropy," and "destructive impulse." The idea behind these words is that there is a tendency in humans to engage in actions that can lead to self-destruction, whether consciously or subconsciously. Despite the controversy surrounding the validity of the concept, the use of these synonyms reinforces the idea that humans have a complex and often contradictory relationship with life and death.
