Identity and Self-Presentation in the Digital Age

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Digital Self

Online representation of one's identity in cyberspace.

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Identity Formation

Development of self-concept during adolescence.

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Disembodied Presence

Existence without physical form in online interactions.

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Self-Presentation

How individuals portray themselves to others.

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Adolescence

Developmental stage focused on identity concerns.

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Erikson's Theory

Framework for understanding identity development stages.

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Independence in Adolescence

Youth's pursuit of autonomy and self-identity.

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Facebook Identity Experimentation

Adolescents explore identities on social media platforms.

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Emotional Well-Being

Positive mental state reflected in online personas.

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False Self

Defensive identity that conceals one's true self.

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True Self

Authentic self that is spontaneous and honest.

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Incongruity

Discrepancy between real self and ideal self.

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Ideal Self

Perceived perfect version of oneself.

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Social Media Pressure

Expectation to portray an idealized life online.

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False Self Creation

Developing a deceptive online identity for acceptance.

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Low Self-Esteem

Negative self-perception influencing online behavior.

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Identity Play

Exploring different identities in a safe environment.

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Compulsive Internet Use

Excessive online engagement leading to negative outcomes.

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Loneliness and Internet Use

Isolation driving compulsive online behavior.

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Personality Characteristics

Traits influencing self-presentation on social media.

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Self-Disclosure

Sharing personal information in a protected setting.

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Troubled Adolescents

Adolescents with emotional vulnerabilities forming closer online relationships.

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Facebook Friends

Individuals users connect with on the Facebook platform.

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Psychological Well-Being

Improvement in mental health through social interactions.

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Narcissism

Excessive self-focus and self-admiration.

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Self-Promotional Images

Enhanced photos posted to improve personal image.

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False Facebook-Self

Inauthentic online persona presented by users.

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Conscientiousness

A personality trait reflecting responsibility and organization.

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Social Loneliness

Feeling isolated despite being socially active.

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Self-Efficacy Theory

Belief in one's ability to succeed affects motivation.

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Self-Efficacy

Belief in one's capabilities to control life events.

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Mastery Experiences

Success in challenges boosts self-efficacy beliefs.

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Vicarious Experiences

Learning through observing others' successes.

<p>Learning through observing others' successes.</p>
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Social Persuasion

Influence of feedback on self-efficacy beliefs.

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Emotional States

Current feelings affecting self-efficacy judgments.

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Physiological States

Physical condition impacting self-efficacy perception.

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Albert Bandura

Psychologist who developed self-efficacy concept.

<p>Psychologist who developed self-efficacy concept.</p>
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Motivation

Drive to achieve goals influenced by self-belief.

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Social Models

Individuals whose behaviors influence others' self-efficacy.

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Positive Feedback

Encouragement that enhances belief in abilities.

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Negative Feedback

Discouragement that diminishes belief in abilities.

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Mahatma Gandhi Quote

Belief in oneself leads to capability acquisition.

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Emotional reactions

Feelings like anxiety affect task performance.

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Marginal experiences

Experiences that influence self-efficacy through visualization.

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Imaginal experiences

Visualizing success enhances self-efficacy.

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Mindset Theory

Beliefs about abilities influence success.

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Fixed mindset

Belief that traits are unchangeable.

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Growth mindset

Belief that effort can improve abilities.

<p>Belief that effort can improve abilities.</p>
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Feedback utilization

Using feedback to learn and grow.

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Fear of failure

Concern about limitations affecting performance.

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Success attribution

Linking success to effort and learning.

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Gender

Cultural attitudes linked to biological sex.

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Sex

Biological status categorized as male or female.

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Gender Identity

Inherent sense of being male, female, or other.

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Transgender

Gender identity differs from assigned biological sex.

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Affirmed gender identity

Gender identity post-transition or coming out.

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Asexual

Lack of sexual attraction or interest.

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Pansexual

Attraction regardless of gender identity.

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Sexual Orientation

Emotional and sexual attraction to others.

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Transgender spectrum

Range of identities beyond traditional gender binaries.

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Biological indicators

Features determining a person's biological sex.

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Cultural definitions

Terms evolve with societal understanding and norms.

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Buddha's quote

Self-mastery is greater than external conquest.

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Dweck's research

Focuses on mindset's impact on achievement.

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APA guidelines

Standards for understanding gender and sexual orientation.