18 Questions
In the play stage of development, children pretend as the _____.
Specific other
Which aspect of the self is considered socialized according to the text?
Me
What does the 'I' represent in the self according to the text?
Part of self acting out in the world
During which stage of development do children begin to understand and adhere to rules of games?
Game stage
Which part of the self is what one would commonly think of as oneself?
'I'
'Play develops one's self-consciousness through _____.'
Roleplaying
According to George Mead, at what stage of development does the self develop through social interaction?
Preparatory Stage
What did George Mead propose as a key component of social interaction in the development of the self?
Exchange of symbols
In symbolic interactionism, what does the term 'Generalized Other' refer to?
The ability to understand others' perspectives within a social group
According to Mead, what is the role of imitation in understanding different perspectives?
Constantly attempting to see the world from another's point of view
During which stage of development do children primarily mimic or imitate those around them?
Preparatory Stage
What is the central concept in George Mead's theory of the self?
Self-awareness and self-image
What concept involves an individual imagining how they appear to others and how others judge that appearance?
Looking Glass Self
At what age do human infants typically begin to recognize themselves in the mirror?
2 years old
According to Charles Horton Cooley, which groups play a major role in developing a person's character?
Four primary groups (Parents, Siblings, Play groups, Elders)
In the context of self-development, what does the term 'Categorical Self' refer to?
Realizing one exists as a separate experiencing being
What is the main idea behind the concept of 'Generalized Other' in symbolic interactionism?
Incorporating societal expectations into one's self-concept
How does Charles Horton Cooley describe the process through which individuals develop their self-views?
Through judgments imagined from social interactions
Explore the concept of self according to George Mead, an American philosopher, sociologist, and psychologist. Learn about the development of self-awareness and self-image through social experiences.
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