Concept of Self - Lecture 1

Question 1

one’s mental image of oneself

Answer 1

self concept

Question 2

the ability to develop and maintain interpersonal relationships, having a strong self - concept should help with accepting change over the life-span

Answer 2

positive self concept

Question 3

possibility of expressing feelings of worthlessness, self-dislike, or even self-hatred, also feeling sad or hopeless. Decrease in energy to perform normal daily task.

Answer 3

negative self concept

Question 4

a self perception that is valued on “how I perceive myself” over what others do, only competes with themselves, tries to live up to their own expectations, and has a positive self concept

Answer 4

Me centered self perception

Question 5

a self perception that is driven by a high need for approval from others, difficulty asserting themselves, tries to live up to the expectations of others, fears disapproval, and has a negative self concept

Answer 5

Other centered self perception

Question 6

knowing yourself, (insight into your own abilities, nature, and limitations)

Answer 6

self knowledge

Question 7

what do you expect of yourself? ; best to be realistic but these standards can be either realistic or unrealistic.

Answer 7

self expectations

Question 8

how you are perceived by others

Answer 8

social self

Question 9

the appraisal of yourself in relationship to others, events, or situations

Answer 9

social evaluation

Question 10

the relationship of self perception and how other’s perceive you.

Answer 10

self awareness

Question 11

To become self aware is a process requiring _____ and _____ , so it is never complete

Answer 11

time and energy

Question 12

reflection on your own’s belief, attitude, motivation, strength and limitations

Answer 12

introspection

Question 13

Is the concept of self innate or taught?

Answer 13

taught; you are not born with a self concept but it is developed as a result of social interaction with others

Question 14

Stage of development that is associated with infancy the results stems from whether or not the infants needs are met and this determines whether or not it’s a good reaction or a bad one.

Answer 14

Trust vs. Mistrust

Question 15

Stage of development that is associated with toddlers and the result stems from whether or not the toddler is able to strive to learn independence and self confidence

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Autonomy vs Shame and Doubt

Question 16

Stage of development that is associated with preschoolers and the result stems from whether or not the preschooler learns to initiate tasks and grapple with self control

Answer 16

Initiative vs Guilt

Question 17

Stage of development that is associated with elementary school aged children and the result stems from whether or not the child leans either to feel effective or inadequate

Answer 17

Competency vs Inferiority

Question 18

Stage of development that is associated with adolescence and the result stems from whether or not the teenager works at developing a sense of self by testing roles, then integrating them to form a single identitiy.

Answer 18

Identity vs Role Confusion

Question 19

Stage of development that is associated with young adults and the result stems from whether or not the young adult struggles to form close relationships and to gain capacity for intimate love.

Answer 19

Intimacy vs Isolation

Question 20

Stage of development that is associated with middle adulthood that is stems from the result of middle aged persons seeking a sense of contributing to the world, through, for example family and work.

Answer 20

Generativity vs Stagnation

Question 21

Stage of development that is associated with late adulthood and that results from reflecting on life, the elderly person may experience satisfaction or a sense of failure

Answer 21

Integrity vs despair

Question 22

Collective beliefs and images that you may have of yourself, which is the most complete description, that you can give yourself.

Answer 22

Global self

Question 23

Belief and images that are at the center of the art of global self and based on the perception and evaluations of many factors such as:
particular talents
personal appearance and physical attractiveness
intellectual functioning
ability to cope with and resolve problems, and etc

Answer 23

Core Self-Concept

Question 24

How we should be or would prefer to be, the perception of how one should behave based on their standards, aspirations, values, and goals. (some times realistic and some times not)

Answer 24

ideal self

discrepancy between ideal self and perceived self can lead to self improvement or low self esteem

Question 25

What are the components of Self-Concept?

Answer 25

persona identity
body image
role performance
self esteem

Question 26

conscious sense of individuality and uniqueness, that continues to evolve throughout life.

Answer 26

Personal Identity

Question 27

How one perceives their appearance, size, and the function of the body. 
Both cognitively (knowledge of the material body) and affectively (knowledge of the sensations of the body)

Answer 27

Body Image

Question 28

how one in a particular role acts in comparison to what is expected of that role.

Answer 28

role performance

Question 29

individual meets role expectations

Answer 29

role mastery

Question 30

individual is socialized into a particular role

Answer 30

role development

Question 31

individual does not know what is expected from them

Answer 31

role ambiguity

Question 32

individual is frustrated due feelings of inadequacy

Answer 32

role strain

Question 33

individual faces opposing or incompatible expectations

Answer 33

role conflicts

Question 34

judgment of one’s own worth

Answer 34

self - esteem

Question 35

what are some factors that affect self concept?

Answer 35

stage of development, family and culture, stressors, resources, history of success or failures, and illness