Week 4: Self & Personality

Question 1

independent view of self

Answer 1

identity is NOT based on relationships; look at them, not look at me

Question 2

interdependent view of self

Answer 2

identity IS based on relationships

Question 3

entity theory of self

Answer 3

fixed mindset, want to consisently look smart so you’re more individualistic and think you’re traits are great and dont need to change

Question 4

incremental theory of self

Answer 4

flexible mindset, you expect change and see your traits as something to always improve

Question 5

consistent self

Answer 5

they are unique and do not change based on the context; individualistic

Question 6

inconsistent self

Answer 6

change based on the context

Question 7

dissonance reduction

Answer 7

change action to match thoughts