GUS - Understanding the Self

This is how the individual perceives oneself.

Self-concept

How a person describes themselves.

Self-concept

The belief that an individual holds about oneself.

Self-concept

There are how many facets of meaning?

3

Who created the facets of meaning?

Martin Maehr

What are the facets of meaning? Give them all.

1. Facilitating condition

2. Sense of self

3. Perceived goal

This type of motivation focuses more on what the person materially receives. For example, going to school just for the sake of lunch money.

Extrinsic

This type of motivation is focused on tangible rewards.

Extrinsic

This motivation is focused more on the value of intangible things. In other words, things or rewards that cannot be touched.

Intrinsic

For the youth, self-concept is amenable. Which means?

Changeable

He was a humanist psychologist who focused his ideas of the self concept on stages that lead to the highest form of the self.

Abraham Maslow

What is the name of the triangle that represents the stages that lead to self-actualization?

Hierarchy of Needs

These are the basic foundational needs for human survival, such as food, water, warmth, and rest.

Physiological Needs

Give the 3 relations of Physiological Needs to understanding the self.

1. Basic Survival

2. Physical Health

3. Foundation for Growth

These needs pertain to security and protection from harm, encompassing physical safety, financial safety, and well-being.

Safety Needs

These needs involve emotional relationship, including friendship, intimacy, family connection, and social groups.

Love and Belongingness Needs

Give the 3 relations of Love and Belongingness Needs to understanding the self.

1. Social Identity

2. Emotional Support

3. Community

These are related to self-respect, self-esteem. recognition, and the feeling of accomplishment.

Esteem Needs

Give 3 relations of Esteem Needs to understanding the self.

1. Self-Esteem

2. Respect from others

3. Personal accomplishments

This is also referred to as "success".

Self-Actualization Needs

This is the highest and final stage of the triangle of needs.

Self-Actualization Needs

Give 3 relations of Self-Actualization Needs to understanding the self.

1. Personal Growth

2. Authenticity

3. Peak Experience

This type of love is the one that comes from your friends.

Kinship

This type of love is the one that comes from your classmates.

Kinship

This type of love is the one that comes from your family.

Core

This type of love is the one that comes from your mom or dad.

Core

This type of love is the one that comes from your biological brother or sister.

Core

This type of love is the one that comes from your girlfriend or boyfriend.

Intimate

Who theorized the 5 spheres of the bioecological system of human development?

Urie Bronfenbrenner

Give the 5 spheres of the bioecological system of human development in order. (From inner to outer spheres)

1. Microsystem

2. Mesosystem

3. Exosystem

4. Macrosystem

5. Chronosystem

This is the first level of the bioecological spheres and is the things that have direct contact with the child in their immediate environment. Example: the child's most immediate relationships and environments.

Microsystem

This system of the bioecological sphere is where a person's individual microsystems do not function independently but are interconnected and assert influence upon one another.

Example: A child whose parents are actively involved in their school life

Mesosystem

This system of the bioecological sphere incorporates other formal and informal social structures such as local governments, friends of the family, and mass media.

Exosystem

This system of the bioecological sphere focuses on how cultural elements affect a child's development, consisting of cultural ideologies, attitudes, and social conditions that children are immersed in.

Macrosystem

This is the fifth and final system of the bioecological sphere. This sphere relates to environmental changes over a child's lifetime. These changes may be predictable or unpredictable.

Chronosystem

From the three parts of self-concept, this term is described as your physical view towards yourself.

Self-image

From the three parts of self-concept, this term is how you want or who you want to become in the future.

Ideal self

From the three parts of self-concept, this is the self in the mind.

Self-image

From the three parts of self-concept, this term is how the individual feels about the self and their achievements, abilities, and self-worth.

Self-esteem

From the three parts of self-concept, this term is the self that one wishes to be based on experience, societal expectations and any role models the self may have

Ideal self

What are the six dimensions of the self?

1. Physical

2. Social

3. Competence

4. Family

5. Affect

6. Academic

Give the 3 relations of Safety Needs to understanding the self.

1. Stability

2. Trust and Confidence

3. Predictability

An ancient Greek philosopher who first suggested the theory of the unity of opposites, or theory of the opposite.

Heraclitus

Give the name of the philosophical idea that opposites are interconnected by the way each is defined in relation to the other.

Theory of the Opposite

This man is widely regarded as one of the most eminent thinkers in psychology. He is best known for developing the psychotherapy method called “client-centered therapy”.

He is also one of the founders of humanistic psychology.

Carl Rogers

He believed that self-concept has three parts. Who was he?

Carl Rogers

Enumerate the three parts of self-concept

1. Self-image

2. Self-esteem or self-worth

3. The ideal self

The type of self-concept when the real self is not close to the _____ ____, the individual becomes dissatisfied and disgruntled. Then, the individual sees the self as a failure.

The ideal self

His overall belief was that all humans are born with the innate desire to become the best self a human can be. He is…

Carl Rogers

He believed that the behavior of an individual is based on the way the individual perceives their situation

Carl Rogers

This dimension relates to how individuals perceive their physical appearance, health, and abilities.

Physical Dimension

This dimension often influences self-esteem and confidence, particularly during developmental stages such as adolescence.

Physical Dimension

Under physical dimension, a positive ____ _____ contributes to a healthy self-concept, while a negative ____ _____ can lead to issues like low self-esteem and eating disorders.

Body Image

Under physical dimension, engaging in sports or physical activities can enhance self-concept by improving skills, fitness, and body appreciation

Physical Abilities

Under physical dimension, good physical health supports a positive self-concept, while chronic illness or physical disabilities may challenge it

Health

This dimension involves how individuals perceive their relationships and interactions with others.

Social Dimension

This dimension states that positive social interactions and a sense of belonging are crucial for a healthy self-concept

Social Dimension

Under social dimension, this sub-category states that believing in one’s ability to achieve goals positively influences self-concept

Self-efficacy

Under social dimension, this sub-category states that acquiring new skills and competencies enhances self-perception and confidence

Skill Development

Under social dimension, this sub-category states that success in tasks and overcoming challenges contribute to a stronger sense of competence and self-worth

Achievement

This dimension encompasses the influence of family relationships and dynamics on self-concept.

Family Dimension

This dimension states that family support, communication, and the roles individuals play within their family impact their self-perception

Family Dimension

Under family dimension, this sub-category states that positive reinforcement and support from parents foster a healthy self-concept

Parental Support

Under family dimension, this sub-category states that harmonious family relationships contribute to emotional security and self-esteem

Family Dynamics

Under family dimension, this sub-category states that parents and siblings often serve as ____ ______, influencing one’s self-concept through their behaviors and attitudes

Role Models

Give the 3 sub-categories under family dimension

1. Parental Support

2. Family Dynamics

3. Role Models

This dimension involves the emotional aspects of self-concept, including self-esteem, emotional regulation, and general mood.

Affect Dimension

This dimension states that emotional well-being is integral to how individuals perceive themselves.

Affect Dimension

Under affect dimension, this sub-category states that high ____ ______ is associated with a positive self-concept, while low ____ ______ can lead to negative self-perceptions

Self-Esteem

Under affect dimension, this sub-category states that the ability to manage emotions effectively influences self-concept and overall well-being

Emotional Regulation

Under affect dimension, this sub-category states that a generally positive ____ contributes to a healthier self-concept, whereas chronic negative emotions can undermine it

Mood

This dimension relates to how individuals perceive their abilities and success in educational settings

Academic Dimension

Give the 3 sub-categories of Affect Dimension

1. Self-esteem

2. Emotional Regulation

3. Mood

This dimension includes academic performance, learning attitudes, and intellectual engagement

Academic Dimension

Under academic dimension, this sub-category states that success and positive feedback in academic endeavors boost self-concept

Academic Performance

Under academic dimension, this sub-category states that a positive attitude towards learning and intellectual curiosity contribute to a strong academic self-concept

Learning Attitudes

Under academic dimension, this sub-category states that supportive teachers and constructive feedback can significantly enhance students’ self-concept

Teacher Influence

Give the 3 sub-categories of academic dimension

1. Academic Performance

2. Learning Attitudes

3. Teacher Influence