The superego represents one's conscience. The Superego follows the moral and ethical laws implemented by society. Ratched is the matriarch of the ward. He runs it with an iron fist and expects all laws and policies to be followed. Just like their counterparts, Ratched and McMurphy have had a constant power struggle since the day he was admitted due to their contradictory beliefs and values. In the novel, the audience first witnesses this confrontation when he states, “…everyone…has to follow the rules…you know, that's the exact thing someone always tells me about the rules…when they think I'm going to do the opposite." (Kesey 25-26) The first sign of a power struggle is evident in this part of the novel. Ratched does not believe in special treatment and expects all patients to abide by her rules. He represents exactly what he imposes in his department, namely order. Meanwhile, McMurphy constantly rebels against society's morals and rules in favor of his own desires and