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What are the two main parts of the self according to Socrates?
What are the two main parts of the self according to Socrates?
- Body and Soul (correct)
- Holistic self and Extended self
- Physical self and Emotional self
- Proto-self and Core self
What does the Core Self represent in the theory of the self?
What does the Core Self represent in the theory of the self?
- The collection of memories from past experiences
- The network of biochemical circuits
- The awareness of physical existence
- The individual's emotional state (correct)
Which level of self is considered the basis of the holistic self?
Which level of self is considered the basis of the holistic self?
- Proto-self (correct)
- Extended self
- Physical self
- Core Self
What characterizes the Extended or Autobiographical self?
What characterizes the Extended or Autobiographical self?
According to the holistic model, what happens to the body and soul at the time of death?
According to the holistic model, what happens to the body and soul at the time of death?
What aspect of self is characterized by neural patterns that map physical structures?
What aspect of self is characterized by neural patterns that map physical structures?
In Socratic philosophy, which element of the self is considered immortal?
In Socratic philosophy, which element of the self is considered immortal?
Which philosopher is known for his dialogues regarding the concept of self?
Which philosopher is known for his dialogues regarding the concept of self?
What does a robust inner self imply about managing emotions?
What does a robust inner self imply about managing emotions?
What is the consequence of a conflict between one's inner and outer self?
What is the consequence of a conflict between one's inner and outer self?
According to Kant, how can one gain a complete understanding of the self?
According to Kant, how can one gain a complete understanding of the self?
What does apperception refer to?
What does apperception refer to?
How does Kant characterize self-love or selfishness?
How does Kant characterize self-love or selfishness?
What aspect of a person's life significantly molds their personality according to Freud?
What aspect of a person's life significantly molds their personality according to Freud?
What does excessive gap between inner and outer self lead to?
What does excessive gap between inner and outer self lead to?
What is the difference between feeling pain and recognizing that you are in pain?
What is the difference between feeling pain and recognizing that you are in pain?
Which of the following best describes the concept of sexuality?
Which of the following best describes the concept of sexuality?
What does the term 'sex' refer to in the context of human identity?
What does the term 'sex' refer to in the context of human identity?
Which of the following areas is NOT considered a genital-specific erogenous zone?
Which of the following areas is NOT considered a genital-specific erogenous zone?
What is meant by 'sexual health'?
What is meant by 'sexual health'?
What are the phases of the sexual response cycle?
What are the phases of the sexual response cycle?
Which dimension does sexuality NOT typically include?
Which dimension does sexuality NOT typically include?
What can understanding one's sexual response cycle help improve?
What can understanding one's sexual response cycle help improve?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gender?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gender?
What does the term 'sex' refer to?
What does the term 'sex' refer to?
Which statement accurately describes 'gender'?
Which statement accurately describes 'gender'?
How does 'transgender' differ from 'transsexual'?
How does 'transgender' differ from 'transsexual'?
What does consumer psychology primarily study?
What does consumer psychology primarily study?
According to the economic model of consumer behavior, what do individuals prioritize when making purchasing decisions?
According to the economic model of consumer behavior, what do individuals prioritize when making purchasing decisions?
Which model emphasizes the influence of cultural norms on consumer decisions?
Which model emphasizes the influence of cultural norms on consumer decisions?
What is the primary goal of studying consumer psychology for marketing professionals?
What is the primary goal of studying consumer psychology for marketing professionals?
What aspect does the fertility awareness-based method focus on?
What aspect does the fertility awareness-based method focus on?
How do material possessions play a role in an individual's identity?
How do material possessions play a role in an individual's identity?
What is one negative effect of increasing consumerism mentioned?
What is one negative effect of increasing consumerism mentioned?
Which of the following statements about debt and consumerism is true?
Which of the following statements about debt and consumerism is true?
What role do social media influencers play in consumer behavior?
What role do social media influencers play in consumer behavior?
In what way can a focus on appearance and fitness positively impact individuals?
In what way can a focus on appearance and fitness positively impact individuals?
How can material possessions provide a sense of connectedness?
How can material possessions provide a sense of connectedness?
What impact does consumerism have on the moral fabric of society?
What impact does consumerism have on the moral fabric of society?
Which of the following is a perspective on the relationship between consumerism and the self?
Which of the following is a perspective on the relationship between consumerism and the self?
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Study Notes
The Self
- The self is our unique combination of emotions, thoughts, feelings, etc.
- Socrates believed the self has two parts:
- The physical/tangible part (mortal)
- The soul (immortal)
- Damaso's Holistic Self model:
- Composed of three levels:
- Proto-self: Physical being
- Core-self: Emotional state
- Extended/Autobiographical self: Identity
- Composed of three levels:
- A robust inner self allows you to manage emotions, have self-awareness, understand your values, and purpose.
- When the inner and outer self are not aligned, conflict arises.
Immanuel Kant
- Kant argued we have both inner and outer selves.
- Apperception is the ability to be aware of your own mental states, leading to recognizing pain and attributing it to oneself.
Sigmund Freud
- Childhood experiences shape our personality and adult lives.
- Sexuality is fundamental to being human, encompassing sex, gender, orientation, pleasure, intimacy, and reproduction.
- The sexual response cycle includes four distinct phases:
- Excitement
- Plateau
- Orgasm
- Resolution
Sex vs Gender
- Sex: Biological distinction between male and female.
- Gender: More complex, encompassing societal role and individual perception.
Transgender vs Transexual
- Transgender: Individuals whose gender identity doesn't match assigned sex.
- Transexual: Individuals seeking medical interventions to align their appearance and anatomy with their gender identity.
Sexual Health
- Is crucial for individual and societal well-being.
Economic/Material Self
- Consumer psychology focuses on the cognitive decision-making process and how external factors influence our choices.
- Understanding consumer psychology helps marketers sell more effectively.
- The economic model suggests individuals allocate income to goods that bring the most satisfaction.
- The social-psychological model emphasizes how culture and social groups shape our behavior and needs.
- Material possessions play a significant role in identity and self-continuity.
Arguments against Consumerism
- The economy takes precedence over the environment.
- Consumerism changes society's moral fabric.
- It encourages debt, health problems, and does not offer fulfillment.
- It can be used as a political tool and often leaves the poor behind.
- Consumerism conflicts with spiritual beliefs.
- Increasing consumerism shifts values from community and spirituality to competition, materialism and disconnectedness.
The Self in Economics
- Understanding the relationship between consumerism and the self is crucial for making informed choices about purchasing behaviors and values.
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