Psychology 2035A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 6: Social Comparison Theory, Reference Group, Trait Theory
22 Sep 2018
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Self-concept- the nature of the self-concept: multifaceted structure, self concept- is a collection of beliefs about one"s own basic nature, unique qualities and typical behaviour. Beliefs about yourself and your particular goals: these beliefs are also called self-schemas. They shape social perception- developed from past experiences and are concerned with your personality traits, abilities, physical features, values, goals and social/cultural roles. Have self-schemas on dimensions that are important to yourself including strengths and weaknesses. Developed from past experiences, current behaviour and future expectations. Make people attentive to goal related information- envision goals and achieve them. Individuals who have experienced traumatic events- psychological adjustment is best when they envision a variety of positive selves. Sometimes possible selves are negative and represent a fear of what you might become. People desire possible selves that enhance their self-esteem, self-perceived effectiveness and sense of meaning/purpose. Self-discrepancies: individuals have several organized self perceptions: An actual self- qualities you believe you actually possess.
