Self-Concept II & Gender Development

Self-Identification

Development of personal identity in toddlers.

Attachment Quality

Influence of caregiver relationships on self-concept.

Looking-Glass Self

Self-concept shaped by others' perceptions.

Symbolic Thought

Cognitive ability to use symbols for representation.

Symbolic Play

Imaginative play assigning new meanings to objects.

Categorical Self

Identification based on physical traits and possessions.

Emergence of Categorical Self

Awareness of differences among individuals.

Private Self

Personal identity distinct from public perception.

Public Self

Identity shaped by social interactions and perceptions.

Theory of Mind

Understanding mental states in oneself and others.

Brain-ToM Model

Specific brain maturation linked to theory of mind.

ToM Deficits

Impaired theory of mind in neurodevelopmental disorders.

Self-Concept Evolution

Shift from external attributes to inner qualities.

Identity Crisis

Conflicting self-perceptions during adolescence.

Self-Esteem

Evaluation of personal worth based on self-concept.

Attachment Style Influence

Secure attachment leads to positive self-evaluation.

Inflated Self-Perception

Overestimation of abilities in young children.

Peer Assessment

Social competencies rated by classmates' perceptions.

Gender Typing

Acquisition of culturally appropriate gender roles.

Expressive Role

Cultural expectation for females to nurture and cooperate.

Instrumental Role

Cultural expectation for males to provide and protect.

Gender Stereotypes

Cultural beliefs about differences between genders.

Nurture Influence

Parental expectations shaping children's gender identity.

Gender Consistency

Understanding of stable gender identity over time.

Gender Segregation

Preference for same-sex playmates in early childhood.

Vocal Pitch Discrimination

Infants distinguish between male and female voices.

David Reimer Case

Nature vs. nurture debate in gender identity development.