Influencing Factors Flashcards
What is self concept?
The beliefs a person has about themselves
What does self concept include?
- self esteem
* body image
What is self esteem?
A persons beliefs about their own value
What is body image?
A persons beliefs about the appearance of their body
What factors affect self concept?
- life experiences
- age
- relationships
- gender
- culture
- education
- appearance
- sexual orientation
- emotional development
(LARGE CASE)
What is a way to remember the factors that affect self concept?
LARGE CASE
How do factors of self concept make people feel?
- successful or proud
- sense of achievement
- important
- high or low self esteem
- confident or comfortable
- optimistic or pessimistic
What types of factors can affect development?
- physical
- genetic
- social and emotional
- economic
- environmental
What physical factors affect development?
- genetic inheritance
- diet
- physical activity
- illness and disease
How can genetic inheritance affect development? (PIES)
P - height and weight affected by genes
I - Down’s syndrome, low levels of intellect
E - body shape which can affect self concept
S - autism, lack social skills
How can physical activity affect development? (PIES)
P - increase strength and stamina
I - improve concentration
E - feel content
S - bring people together and enable friendship
How can genetic factors affect development?
Factors affected by genes;
- skin colour
- eye colour
- height
Social and emotional factors that can affect development?
- gender
- relationships
- education
- work
- life experiences
Examples of how social and emotional factors can affect development? (PIES)
P - gender affects puberty
I - education affects development of language skills
E - unemployment increases depression
S - getting married means changes to social circle
Economic factors affecting development?
- income
* material possessions