Life Skills Education: Identity & Managing Emotions

This set of flashcards covers key concepts from the Life Skills Education lecture on Identity and Managing Emotions, focusing on identity formation, the importance of self-understanding, emotional management, and the implications of identity crises.

What is identity in the context of life skills education?

A distinguishing character or personality of an individual representing their individuality.

Why is identity important during adolescence?

It is crucial for social connections and overall well-being, helping to structure life choices.

What are the symptoms of an identity crisis?

Low self-esteem, questioning your value, feeling aimless, lack of purpose, emotional regulation difficulties, insecurity, anxiety, or depression.

How can an identity crisis lead to depression?

By causing feelings of hopelessness, loss of interest, fatigue, irritability, appetite changes, concentration difficulties, and low energy.

What are three key tasks involved in identity formation?

Discovering and developing potential, choosing one's purpose in life, finding opportunities to exercise that potential.

What constitutes positive emotions?

Feelings such as love, joy, care, gratitude, pride, hope, and contentment that give pleasure.

What are some negative emotions mentioned in the lecture?

Anger, sadness, fear, loneliness, guilt, jealousy, and frustration.

What can contribute to the youth experiencing negative emotions?

Poor coping skills, abusive relationships, family issues, bullying, and substance abuse.

What strategies can be used to manage negative emotions?

Acknowledge and accept feelings, take responsibility for emotions, express feelings to others, and recognize common human reactions.

What is an identity crisis?

A period of uncertainty or confusion regarding one's identity, often triggered by changes in life.