U2-L8 Self-Identity

Question 1

What happens in our early years to discover self-identity?

Answer 1

develop “self-concept”: the abilities, attributes and values that they believe define them. Interactions with caregivers, peers, and late, teachers influence this self-concept and the development of confidence and self-esteem

Question 2

What happens in our adolescent years to discover our self-identity?

Answer 2

explore who they are and experiment with different roles, activities, and behaviours. can lead to confusion (identity crisis) as they work through different choices, resolving this crisis establish a strong sense of self as adults

Question 3

What is self-identity?

Answer 3

a person’s concept of who they are and how they relate to the real world forms of their “self-identity” and is expressed through personality