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What distinguishes 'self' from 'personality' according to the presented understanding?
What distinguishes 'self' from 'personality' according to the presented understanding?
- 'Self' is a fixed trait, while 'personality' changes with situations.
- 'Self' refers to one's idea about themselves, while 'personality' is a relatively stable pattern of behaviour. (correct)
- 'Self' is the organised pattern of behaviour, while 'personality' is the idea one has about themselves.
- 'Self' is how others perceive an individual, and 'personality' is how an individual perceives themselves.
How does the understanding of 'self' typically develop in an individual?
How does the understanding of 'self' typically develop in an individual?
- It is fully formed at birth and remains static throughout life.
- It begins to form in childhood and is shaped by interactions and experiences. (correct)
- It emerges only in adulthood, based on professional experiences.
- It is primarily determined by genetic factors, with minimal environmental influence.
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of 'personal identity'?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of 'personal identity'?
- A person stating that they are from a specific country.
- A person describing themselves as 'a compassionate friend'. (correct)
- A person identifying as a member of a sports team.
- A person participating in a cultural festival.
A person who describes themselves as 'a Buddhist' is primarily expressing which type of identity?
A person who describes themselves as 'a Buddhist' is primarily expressing which type of identity?
How can the structure of 'self' be best described in terms of its adaptability?
How can the structure of 'self' be best described in terms of its adaptability?
Which of the following reflects the most comprehensive understanding of 'self'?
Which of the following reflects the most comprehensive understanding of 'self'?
What role do other people play in shaping an individual's 'self'?
What role do other people play in shaping an individual's 'self'?
How does 'social identity' differ from 'personal identity'?
How does 'social identity' differ from 'personal identity'?
Consider a scenario where two individuals react differently to the same stressful event. Which concept best explains this difference in reaction?
Consider a scenario where two individuals react differently to the same stressful event. Which concept best explains this difference in reaction?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between 'self' and behaviour?
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between 'self' and behaviour?
If someone describes themselves as 'hardworking', which aspect of their identity are they expressing?
If someone describes themselves as 'hardworking', which aspect of their identity are they expressing?
Which factor primarily influences the initial development of a child's concept of 'self'?
Which factor primarily influences the initial development of a child's concept of 'self'?
What is the most accurate way to describe how 'self' is structured?
What is the most accurate way to describe how 'self' is structured?
In what way does understanding the 'self' contribute to individual behavior?
In what way does understanding the 'self' contribute to individual behavior?
Which of these examples demonstrates 'social identity' at play?
Which of these examples demonstrates 'social identity' at play?
How does the concept of 'self' change over time?
How does the concept of 'self' change over time?
What is the impact of personal experiences on the 'self'?
What is the impact of personal experiences on the 'self'?
Which component is most closely associated with 'personality'?
Which component is most closely associated with 'personality'?
What aspect does the understanding of 'self' primarily govern?
What aspect does the understanding of 'self' primarily govern?
How do interactions with others benefit the development of 'self'?
How do interactions with others benefit the development of 'self'?
Flashcards
Self and Personality
Self and Personality
Characteristic ways we define our existence and how our experiences are organized and shown in our behavior.
Self
Self
Ideas individuals hold about themselves.
Personality
Personality
A relatively stable pattern of behavior across situations.
Personal Identity
Personal Identity
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Social Identity
Social Identity
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Self (Comprehensive)
Self (Comprehensive)
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Study Notes
- Self and personality are how we define our existence and how our experiences are organized and manifested in our behavior.
- Different ideas that people hold about themselves represent the self.
- Personality is a relatively stable pattern of behavior that remains consistent across situations.
- Diverse behaviors reflect different personalities of persons
Development of Self
- People from childhood spend time thinking about who they are and how they differ from others.
- By adulthood, people will have developed some ideas about themselves, even if they are not fully aware of it.
- Awareness of self is analogous to awareness of objects in the surrounding environment.
- A newborn child lacks a sense of self.
- The idea of self emerges and forms as a child grows.
- Parents, friends, teachers, and other significant individuals play a crucial role in shaping a child's ideas about self.
- Self is based on interactions with others, personal experiences, and the meanings attributed to them.
- The structure of self can be modified based on personal experiences and experiences of other people.
Personal and Social Identity
- Attributes used for identification reveal personal, social, and cultural identities.
- Personal identity includes the attributes that make a person distinct from others.
- Examples of personal identity include name, qualities, capabilities, and beliefs.
- Social identity links a person to a social or cultural group.
- Examples of social identity include religion, caste, or regional affiliation.
- 'Self' refers to the entirety of an individual's conscious experiences, ideas, thoughts, and feelings regarding themselves.
- These experiences and ideas define an individual's existence on both personal and social levels.
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