Lesson 10: Self Concept Development + Rogers Theory

Question 1

The importance of self

Answer 1

Innate drive to lead ourselves to self actualisation aka believing in yourself.

You do this through self discovery and self acceptance.

Accept your true and unique self.
To know who you are.

Question 2

Positive Regard

Answer 2

Liking and acceptance of yourself
Self esteem is developed

How people respond to you
Compliments from others

Question 3

Unconditional self regard

Answer 3

Unconditional love

Question 4

Conditional positive regard

Answer 4

Expectations place on you that are unrealistic

Question 5

Self -Fulfilling Prophecy

Answer 5

1. Self -belief - I’m okay vs I’m a failure.
2. Feelings - I can do it vs I can’t do anything.
3. Behaviour- I will do it vs I don’t do anything.
4. Feedback from others - you did it vs she can’t do anything.

Question 6

Congruence

Answer 6

Self concept corresponds with potential self and you’re comfortable

Question 7

Incongruence

Answer 7

Expectations of self doesn’t fit self concept.

Leading to anxiety, feelings of denial

Denial ignoring your feelings
Distortion: turning an experience into something it wasn’t.

Question 8

The Role of Client-Based Therapy

Answer 8

Focus is set by client
Encourages them to find their true self.
Accept weaknesses and strengths.

Question 9

Rogers: “ all people are essentially good yet experiences shape your behaviour.

Answer 9

Relevant for teaching:

Building a child’s self esteem
Encourage
No fake praise
Discourage perfectionist attitude.