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What do feral children primarily suffer from due to their isolation?
What do feral children primarily suffer from due to their isolation?
Which phase is NOT part of the looking glass self concept?
Which phase is NOT part of the looking glass self concept?
What is self-esteem primarily based on?
What is self-esteem primarily based on?
According to Mead, what is the primary determination of personal efficacy?
According to Mead, what is the primary determination of personal efficacy?
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Which element is NOT included in Mead's theory of social behaviorism?
Which element is NOT included in Mead's theory of social behaviorism?
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Which of the following best describes the social construction of self?
Which of the following best describes the social construction of self?
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Mead’s view of self encompasses which of the following aspects?
Mead’s view of self encompasses which of the following aspects?
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What is the primary focus of the looking glass self theory?
What is the primary focus of the looking glass self theory?
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Study Notes
Building Identity: The Social Self
- Feral Children: Deprived of mental, physical and social growth due to isolation from other humans.
- The Social Construction of Self: A psychological construct that people create to assist themselves and the world better.
Sociological Theories of the Self
- The idea about the self in socialization: Points to the central part of the socialization process.
- The concept of Psychic Wholeness: This concept suggests each person is a distinct, bounded, and coherent being.
Looking Glass Self
- Charles Horton Cooley (1864-1929): People develop their self-concept through social interactions.
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Three Phases:
- Imagining how you appear to others.
- Imagining how others judge you.
- Feelings generated based on those imaginings.
Two Important Dimensions
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Self-Esteem: Belief in one's own value and worth to others.
- Process of Interaction: Observing others' behavior for information about how they appraise you.
- Social Comparison: Evaluating yourself against others' performances, abilities, and characteristics.
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Personal Efficacy: Belief in your ability to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
- Nature of Personal Experience Shapes personal efficacy.
Theory of Social Behaviorism
- George Herbert Mead (1863-1931): Explains how social experiences shape one's personality.
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Three Parts of Mead's Theory:
- The Self as Central: Composed of self-awareness and self-image.
- Social Experience as Symbol Exchange: Meaningful interactions happen through shared symbols.
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This quiz explores the intricate concepts surrounding the development of self-identity through social interactions and various psychological theories. It covers topics such as the social construction of self, the Looking Glass Self by Cooley, and the importance of self-esteem in socialization. Test your understanding of these essential sociological and psychological ideas.
