Health Sciences 1001A/B Study Guide - Midterm Guide: First Doctor, Reuptake, Muscle Relaxant

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Accept evidence that contradicts what they want to belief. Adapt belief system accordingly if evidence is strong enough: acceptance - requires positive self-concept, a positive but realistic perception of yourself. Do not worry about being judged by others just for being themselves capacity for intimacy - be physically and emotionally intimate share feelings and thoughts without fear of rejection. Open to the pleasure of physical contact and satisfaction of being close to others creativity - continually. look at the world with renewed appreciation see more and be open to new experiences. According to erikson, development proceeds through a series of 8 stages that extend throughout life: Each stage is characterized by a major crisis or turning point. Early failures can have repercussions in later life. Life provides ongoing opportunities for mastering these tasks. Explain how to develop and maintain a positive self-concept and healthy self-esteem. Mechanism projection repression denial passive-aggressive behavior displacement rationalization substitution humour.