Psychology of Self Concept and Identity

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__________________ that deals with the study of mind and behavior in humans and non-humans.

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What are the two aspects of the self according to William James?

The 'I' and the 'Me'

What is Identity composed of?

One’s personal characteristics, roles and responsibilities, and affiliations

What is Self-Concept?

What comes to your mind when you are asked about yourself Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'I' represent in Carl Roger's Theory?

The one who acts and decides Signup and view all the answers

What three self-schemas are presented in the context of self-awareness?

Actual self, ideal self, ought self Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of the self according to Freudian theory?

PERCEPTION Signup and view all the answers

What does the public self represent?

What a person commonly shows to others for creating a good public image Signup and view all the answers

__________________ that deals with the study of mind and behavior in humans and non-humans.

Psychology Signup and view all the answers

Which two aspects of the self were conceptualized by William James?

I and Me Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'I' in Carl Roger's Theory?

The one who acts and decides Signup and view all the answers

What does self-concept refer to?

What comes to your mind when you are asked about yourself Signup and view all the answers

The schemas are passive receivers as they grow and adapt to changes.

False Signup and view all the answers

Define identity.

Identity is composed of one's personal characteristics, roles, responsibilities, and affiliations that define who one is. Signup and view all the answers

According to Carver and Scheier, what are the two types of self one can be aware of?

Private self and Public self Signup and view all the answers

What is the actual self?

Who we are at the present Signup and view all the answers

Describe the ideal self.

Who we like to be, especially in the future Signup and view all the answers

What is the ought self?

Who we think should be in contrast to the actual self Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

William James's “I” and “Me”

The "I" is the self that thinks, acts, and feels.
The "Me" represents physical characteristics and psychological capabilities.

Carl Roger's “I” and “Me”

The "I" is the self that acts and decides.
The "Me" is the self as an object, including thoughts and feelings about oneself.

Identity and Self-Concept

Identity encompasses one’s personal characteristics, roles, responsibilities, and affiliations.
Self-Concept is what comes to mind when you're asked about yourself.

Sigmund Freud's Self

Freud saw the self as a result of the interaction of:
- Id: The impulsive and primal part of the self.
- Ego: The rational and mediating part of the self.
- Superego: The moral and idealistic part of the self.

Carver and Scheier's Internal and External Self

The Internal Self encompasses a person's internal thoughts and feelings.
The External Self refers to what a person shows others, particularly for maintaining a positive public image.

Self-Awareness

Self-awareness can manifest in three different self-schemas:
- Actual Self: Who we are at the present time.
- Ideal Self: Who we aspire to be, especially in the future.
- Ought Self: Who we think we should be, contrasting with the Actual Self.

Introduction

Psychology studies the mind and behavior of humans and non-humans

The Self

William James considered the self to have two main aspects: "I" and "Me"
- "I" is the thinking, acting, and feeling self
- "Me" is comprised of physical characteristics and psychological capabilities
Carl Rogers also used "I" and "Me"
- "I" is the self that acts and decides
- "Me" represents how you view yourself as an object

Identity and Self-Concept

Identity consists of characteristics, responsibilities, roles, and affiliations that define a person.
Self-concept is the information that comes to mind when you think about yourself.
- Factors include interests, work, age, name, and physical characteristics.
Self-concepts are dynamic and change as you grow and adapt to your environment.
Self-concepts actively shape how you perceive and interact with the world.

Sigmund Freud's Theory of the Self

Freud's theory highlights the interaction of three forces:
- ID: Represents primal urges and desires.
- EGO: The mediator between the ID and SUPEREGO, seeking realistic satisfaction of desires.
- SUPEREGO: Represents internalized moral standards and societal expectations.

Carver and Scheier's Two Selves

They identified two types of selves we are aware of:
- Private self: Internal thoughts and feelings.
- Public self: The image presented to others, often crafted for a positive impression.

Three Self-Schemas

Self-awareness allows us to recognize three self-schemas:
- Actual self: Who we are in the present.
- Ideal self: Who we aspire to be, especially in the future.
- Ought self: Who we believe we should be, in contrast to our actual self.

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Description

Explore the intricate theories of self as presented by prominent psychologists such as William James, Carl Rogers, and Sigmund Freud. This quiz delves into concepts of the 'I' and 'Me,' identity, self-concept, and the internal and external aspects of the self. Test your understanding of how these theories relate to personal identity and self-perception.