exam 3 Flashcards
the beliefs and attitudes we hold about ourselves
self-concept
represents the numerous positions that people occupy in society such as student, friend, son, or daughter
ex: (friends should be loyal)
role identities
involve modes of interpersonal behavior the distinguish people from one another, such as sense of humor or friendliness. can also be thought of as traits
personal qualities
considering the adequacy of their performances in various role identities
ex; “am i a smart shopper” “am I a good girlfriend”
self-evaluations
the overall evaluative component of a persons self-concept. or ones general attitude towards themself
self-esteem
embodies others perceptions of a consumer
actual public concept
represents how consumers would like others to see them
ideal public concept
represents how consumers see themselves
actual self concept
describes how consumers in fact perceive themselves
ideal self concept
cognitive structures that help us make a sense of who we are
self-schemas
the direct link between a consumer’s self concepts and her possessions. (“our belongings are a representation of ourselves”) Our bodies, Personal space, pets, children, home and property
extended self
shown to derive much of their emotional status by helping to resolve internal conflicts during times of psychological conflict (ex: a stuffed animal brings comfort to a child in time of internal conflict)
loved objects
the extent to which consumers use situational cues to guide their social behaviors( people who adjust their behavior to meet them expectations are know as high self monitors)
self-monitoring
accessable at any given moment, consumers are able to access and use different ones when they are needed like tools in a tool box
self-conceptions
practice to increase control over valued outcomes such as, praise, approval, sympathy and special treatment. (to make people like you, intimidation, and respect)
impression management
controlling your physical appearance (ex: clothes, grooming, verbal habits)
appearance management
strategic set of behaviors used to increase the probability of getting benefits or favors (ex: getting someone to like you)
ingratiation
promoting your good qualities (ex: job interview)
self-presentation
entails expressing insincere agreement on important issues
opinion conformity
excessive compliments or praised designed to make someone feel good about their self
flattery
excuses or justifications
accounts
a set of unique psychological characteristics that influences how a persons responds to his or her environment, including cognitive, affective, and behavioral tendencies.
personality
represent the way a consumer responds across similar situations
personality traits
- surgency (outgoingness)
- agreeableness
- conscientiousness
- emotional stability
- intellect
five factor model- 5 basic traits that derive from genetics