PSYCO223 Chapter Notes - Chapter x: Personal Development, Middle Age, No Age
6 Dec 2018
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Ryff: possible selves in adulthood and old age. Interpretation of our current selves: self-narratives: a person"s attempt to understanding their trajectory over time. Well-being: each dimension divided into positively & negatively phrased items, 1 (strongly disagree) 6 (strongly agree, respondents were asked to, agree/disagree: indicate if they agree/disagree w/ statements. Dimensions of well-being: having a positive attitude towards yourself; being aware of and accepting many aspects of yourself (both good & bad qualities); feeling positive about your past life. Positive relations with others: having warm, satisfying, trusting relationships with others; being concerned about the welfare of others; having empathy, affection and intimacy with others; understanding the quality of relationships. Environmental mastery: having a sense of being competent in managing your environment; controlling your external activities; making an effective use of your opportunities; being able to choose/create contexts that are suitable to your own needs and values.
