Self Concept Flashcards
Self-esteem
evaluative and affective component of self concept; focused on how much you like or value yourself
High self esteem
perceives real self as relatively close to ideal self
Low self esteem
perceives real self no where near ideal self
Real self
how a person currently perceives themselves
Ideal self
represents self one wants to be
Self-concept
self-image; shaped by family, self, and experiences
Self-actualization
reaching full potential through the development of unique capabilites
Identity diffusion
failure to integrate various childhood identifications into a harmonious adult psychosocial identity
(slams door, didn’t get his way)
Role performance
relates to the ability to successfully live up to societal as well as personal expectations regarding role-specific behaviors
Role ambiguity
Failure to completely and accurately understand what a role demands
Role stress
Disparity between what one believes the role demands and what one is able to offer
Role overload
Limited time because of other commitments makes it impossible to meet realistic role expectations
Match the characteristics listed below with the correct self-concept type, either positive or negative
Characteristics:
A. Greater self-knowledge
B. Realistic expectations
C. Poorer self-knowledge
D. Lower self-esteem
E. Higher self-esteem
F. Less realistic expectations
Self-Concept Types:
- Positive Self-Concept
- Negative Self-Concept
A. 1 - Positive Self-Concept
B. 1 - Positive Self-Concept
C. 2 - Negative Self-Concept
D. 2 - Negative Self-Concept
E. 1- Positive Self Concept
F. 2 - Negative Self-Concept
What 3 dimensions that are crucial to self concept?
- Self knowledge
- Self expectations
- Self evaluation
Self Knowledge
“Who am I”; encompassess all the facts, qualities, traits, images, and feelings people hold about themselves
Self Expectations
“Who or what do I want to be”; Develops unconsciously early in childhood & are modeled after role models, parents, caregiver figures
Self Evaluation
“How well do I like myself”; self esteem
What are the 3 components that make up self concept?
- Identity
- Body Image
- Role Performance
Component Self Concept - Identity
Several factors influence self identity. These factors include:
- Developmental stage/growth
- Trauma
- Adverse Child Experiences (ACE)
- Environmental factors
- Culture
- Aging
- Child internalizes other peoples attitudes toward self
- Resources
Describe how each of these factors impact self concept
Developmental stage/growth
- Infant learns physical self is different than the environment = positive effect
- Basic needs met, child has positive feelings of oneself
Trauma
- Traumatized by death/suicide/disability/crisis can lead to negative self concept
Adverse Child Experiences (ACE)
- Child experiences Abuse, neglect, witness violence in the home, etc
Environmental factors
- Mental health issues, instability, substance abuses
Culture
- Stable culture = positive effect
- Cultural dissonance = negative effect (due to confusion/sense of not belonging)
Aging
- Typically has negative effect
Child internalizes other peoples attitudes toward self
- Forms foundation of self concept
Resources
- degree to which a person integrates resources or personal strengths is associated with how well a person has been able to establish a positive self-concept
Component Self Concept - Body Image
Body image can afect self concept.
Describe how gender dyphoria can affect self concept
Gender dysphoria
- Incongruence = negative feelings = negative effect
Component Self Concept - Role Performance
Role performance also affects self concept.
Describe how these factors in role performance affect self concept:
- Child/adult internalize standards of society
- Failure/success
Child/adult internalize standards of society
- Cause stress if unable to meet the standards place on themselves
Failure/success
- Failure = negatively effect
- Success = positively effect
Compare Adaptive Responses from Maldaptive Responses
Adaptive Responses: constructive reactions to changes/challenges
Maladaptive responses: unhelpful, detrimental reactions
Match the responses to the scenario where a patient loses function due to aging with either an adaptive or maladaptive response.
Responses:
A. Patient becomes increasingly dependent
B. Patient stubbornly refuses necessary help
C. Patient develops new self-care behaviors
D. Patient uses available resources
Response Types:
- Adaptive Response
- Maladaptive Response
Adaptive Responses (C and D): Developing new self-care behaviors and using available resources are adaptive. These approaches help the patient adjust positively, fostering independence and resilience despite the challenges of aging.
Maladaptive Responses (A and B): Becoming increasingly dependent and stubbornly refusing help are maladaptive. These reactions can impede the patient’s ability to cope effectively with aging, potentially worsening their condition and quality of life.
Match the responses to the scenario where a patient has a recent leg amputation with either an adaptive or maladaptive response.
Response:
A. Patient exhibits grief and mourning including stages such as shock, disbelief, denial, anger, guilt, and acceptance.
B. Patient denies or avoids dealing with the deformity.
C. Patient engages in self-destructive behavior.
Response Types:
- Adaptive Response
- Maladaptive Response
Adaptive Response (A):
Exhibiting grief and mourning through stages like shock, disbelief, denial, anger, guilt, and acceptance is an adaptive response. This process allows the patient to emotionally process the trauma and ultimately reach a state of acceptance, which is crucial for psychological healing and adjustment.
Maladaptive Responses (B and C):
Denying or avoiding dealing with the deformity and engaging in self-destructive behavior are maladaptive responses. These reactions prevent proper healing and adaptation, potentially leading to worse psychological outcomes and interfering with rehabilitation.
Match the responses to the scenario where a patient has recently been laid off from a job with either an adaptive or maladaptive response.
Responses:
A. Denies the reality of the job loss.
B. Communicates needs and accepts offers of help.
C. Isolates self from others.
D. Assumes responsibility for finding a new job.
E. Maintains usual social patterns.
F. Unable to express needs and equates job loss with entire self-worth.
Response Types:
- Adaptive Response
- Maladaptive Response
Adaptive Responses (B, D, E):
These responses are productive as they help the individual to cope effectively with the job loss. Taking initiative in job hunting (D), maintaining open communication for support (B), and keeping regular social interactions (E) are crucial for emotional health and proactive problem-solving.
Maladaptive Responses (A, C, F): These behaviors hinder the adjustment process. Denial of the situation (A), withdrawing from social support (C), and equating personal worth solely with a job (F) can exacerbate stress and potentially lead to depression or anxiety.
What questions can you ask to assess a patient’s personal identity?
- “What personal characteristics/traits do you have?”
- “List 10 labels that identify yourself.”
What questions would you use to explore a patient’s personal strengths?
- “What has helped you cope in the past when things were tough?”
- “What are some of your personal strengths or qualities you are proud of?”
What are appropriate questions to assess someone’s body image?
- “What do you like most and least about your body?”
- “Is there anything about your body that you would like to change?”
Which questions can help evaluate a person’s self-esteem?
- “Who would you like to be?”
- “Tell me something about your sense of satisfaction with yourself.”
What questions can you ask to understand someone’s role performance?
- “What roles are most important to you?”
- “Are these roles satisfying for you?”
Which of the following are effective nursing strategies for promoting a positive self-concept in patients? (Select all that apply.)
- Empowering the patient
- Focusing solely on treating the illness to achieve faster recovery.
- Assisting patients to recognize and utilize their personal strengths
- Acknowledging only the medical aspects of the patient’s condition.
- Encouraging patients to explore positive dimensions of themselves, such as past successes and personal relationships.
- Promoting a positive body image by discussing the functionality and capabilities of the body.
- Redirecting all patient conversations to their current health issues to keep them focused.
- Validating the patient’s feelings, thoughts, and experiences to enhance self-esteem.
Correct Answers:
1. Empowering the patient
3. Assisting patients to recognize and utilize their personal strengths
5. Encouraging patients to explore positive dimensions of themselves, such as past successes and personal relationships.
6. Promoting a positive body image by discussing the functionality and capabilities of the body.
8. Validating the patient’s feelings, thoughts, and experiences to enhance self-esteem.
Incorrect Answers:
2. Focusing solely on treating the illness to achieve faster recovery.
-> Focus on the whole person and not the illness
4. Acknowledging only the medical aspects of the patient’s condition.
-> Acknowledge the patient
7. Redirecting all patient conversations to their current health issues to keep them focused.
-> Focus on whole patient
Match the correct statement or description to the correct terminology:
A. Self Esteem
B. Self Concept
C. Self Actualization
D. Identity Diffusion
- “I am a mother, nurse and an artist”
- Slams door, didnt get his way
- “I know ill be a caring nurse”
- “Im smart, funny, and compassionate”
A. Self Esteem - 4 (judgement of oneself/do i feel good about myself)
B. Self Concept - 1(mental image/picture of oneself)
C: Self actualization - 3
D: Identitiy diffusion - 2
