self concept

Rogers theoro of self concept

-includes 3 components

• 1.Self image

• 2. Self-esteem

• 3.ideal self

t/f. Self concept is a learned behavior . it is a dynamic concept that is developed as a person grows.

What is self image

-the way a person views their unique qualities such as genetic and physical characteristics

• it affects ones thinking, how they feel, and behavior

what is self esteem?

• a personal overall level of self-worth and how people feel about themselves

• when individuals feel capable, valued, and worthy—> they experience high levels of self esteem'

• self-esteem is normally highest during preschool years, and delciend as children gain life experience and compare themselves to others

what is ideal self?

• what a person desires to be

• individuals aspire to experience, feel, and hebave in ways that are consistent with their self image

self-concept congruence

• occurs when one’s self image, self-esteem. and ideal self are aligned and consistent with one another

• greater congruence can lead to sef-actualization—> ability to become the best version of one’s self

Self-concept incongruence

• the misalignment or a lack of consistency between self image, slef esteem, and ideal self

emotional intelligence

• able to perceive, understand, contorl, manage and evaluate emotions.

• part of self-concept

what 5 domains does Emotional intellegence include?

1. Self awareness

2. self regulation

3. motivation

4. empathy

5. social skill

self awareness

Definition: ability to see oneself clearly and objectively through reflection and introspection

• plays an important role in development of emotional intelligence and self-concept

• being able to udnertsand ones emotion and their effects on others

Body image

how someone feels about their physical appearanc

Self-efficacy

Definition : Belief in one's ability to successfully complete a task

Culture

Definition: Shared values, beliefs, and traditions that shape identity.

Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development

1. Trust versus Mistrust (Birth to 1 year old)-

2. autonomy vs same (1-3 years old)

3. initiative vs guilt (3-6 years old)

4. industry vs inferiority (6-12)

5. identity vs role (12-19)

6. intimacy vs isolation (20-40)

7. generativity vs stagnation (40-60)

8. integrity vs despair (60-death)

Identity formation

• individuals develop an understanding of themselves within the context of family, cultural and social norms.

• it is an ongoing process that continues through adulthood

what are the four identity statuses?

1. Identity achievement

2. Moratorium

3. foreclosure

4. identity diffusion

identity achievement

definition:

• exploring alternative and make occupational, ideological, and relational commitments during adolescene

Moratorium

• usually experience an identity crisis

• struggle to find positions to which to commit and often feel overwhelemd, anxious, unfullfilled

Foreclosure

-adopted beliefs and values without question

often imposed beleifs by auhtortiy figures

Identity diffusion

-lack of commitment and meaningful exploration

drifting from one endeavor to another and fail

what is idenity formation influecned by?

-gender

-race

-ethnicity

-brith order

-family status

-occupation

-culture

-religion

-environment

what are some examples of identity formation

• gender dysphoria

• being laid off work

• separation- divorce

• discrimination bc of ones race or ethnicity

body image stressors

• chronic disease

• aging

• societal attidues about physical attributes

self-esteem stressors

-disability

-chronic illness

-loss of carrer

-chang in financial status

-loss of social support

role performance stressors

-role conflict,

role ambiguity

role overload

role strain

Nursing assessment of self-concept

1. Identity- how would you describe yourself

2. body image- how do you feel about your physical appearance?

3. self-esteem - what accomplishments make you proud?

4. hwo successful do you feel in fulfilling your responsibilites?

TRUE OR FALSE Nurses should be able to observe negative self talk- tearfulness, poor grooming, and other possible indicators of altered self concept

TRUE

T/F Nursing care should support both the client's physical health and their sense of identity, self-worth, body image, and ability to fulfill life roles.

TRUE

nursing interventions to promote positive self -concept

1. encourage clients to express feelings

2. listen actively and use therapeutic communication

3. Recognize client’s strengths and accomplishments

4. encourage independence

5. involve clients in decision about their care

6. help clients identify coping strategies and support systems

7. provide education and rehabilitation resources

8. evaluate whether clients demonstarey self acceprane and healthy coping