Theories Flashcards
1
Q
Social Comparison Theory
Two Types of Social Comparison
A
We learn about ourselves about the appropriateness of our behaviors as well as the social status by comparing aspects of ourselves to other people
Downward vs upward social comparison
Comparing with those who are worse off than self, raises self esteem due to gained advantage;
Comparing with those who are better off than self
2
Q
Self-evaluation Maintenance Theory
Three reactions
A
Self feels threatened when someone out-performs the self especially when it is someone close
Distance, reconsider the importance of skill, strengthen the resolve to improve in that aspect
