29 Questions
What is self-esteem?
The value we place upon ourselves
What is the ideal self?
The self we would like to be
What can negatively impact one's self-esteem?
Incongruence between self-image and ideal self
When does the development of self-concept begin?
In early childhood
What is the difference between self-image and ideal self?
Self-image is the value we place upon ourselves, while ideal self is the self we would like to be
What is the relationship between self-image and ideal self?
Congruence between the two enables self-actualization
Which theory heavily influenced the Mentally Healthy Psychosocial Theory?
Psychoanalytic Theory
What is the focus of the Mentally Healthy Psychosocial Theory?
Culture and society
What happens during the CRISIS stage in the Mentally Healthy Psychosocial Theory?
The individual achieves a healthy personality
What is the result of FAILURE in the Mentally Healthy Psychosocial Theory?
Negative outcomes
Which of the following is NOT a component of mental health according to the text?
Physical Well-Being
What does it mean to have good mental health or be mentally healthy according to the text?
All of the above
What is the function of a Mind Map according to the text?
Helps you recall and retain information
Who invented the Mind Map technique?
Tony Buzan
What does a Mind Map help with according to the text?
Memorization and retention
How many nerves are present in the human brain according to the text?
More than one hundred billion
Which famous people inspired the concept mapping techniques mentioned in the text?
Leonardo da Vinci, Albert Einstein, Joseph D. Duvak
What is the key aspect of managing emotions, according to the text?
Controlling how long an emotion will last
Which quality is mentioned as a great motivator in the text?
Optimism
What is the term used for the capacity to recognize emotions in other people?
Empathy
What are two components of social intelligence according to Howard Gardner and Thomas Hatch?
Group Organization, Personal Connection
What is the root cause of the capacity to empathize?
Self-awareness
What was necessary for the survival of pre-historic human groups, according to the text?
Interacting through nonverbal behaviors
Which stage of stress is characterized by the body adapting and attempting to return to homeostasis?
Stage of Resistance (SR)
Which of the following is NOT listed as a strategy to reduce stress in the content provided?
Exercise regularly
According to the content, what is the 3C strategy for stress management?
Control, Commitment, Challenge
Which of the following is NOT listed as a change in the body during chronic stress or depression?
Increased muscle tension
Which stage of stress is characterized by the body's resources being depleted, leading to physical and psychological consequences?
Stage of Exhaustion (SE)
According to the content, which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for changing your thinking to reduce stress?
Catastrophizing
Study Notes
Self-Esteem
- Self-esteem is the value we place upon ourselves, dependent on our self-evaluations and comparisons to others.
- Ideal self is the self we would like to be, an idealized image developed from what we have learned and experienced.
Development of Self-Concept
- Self-concept begins to develop in early childhood and continues throughout life.
Brain Functions for Personal Development
- The brain is made up of over 100 billion nerves with trillions of connections called synapses.
- Mind Maps, invented by Tony Buzan, help with recall, retention, thinking, creativity, and innovation.
Psychosocial Theory
- Influenced by Freud's Psychoanalytic Theory, emphasizing culture and society.
- Lifespan changes occur in personality, with crisis points affecting the development of a healthy personality.
Mental Health
- Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act, coping with life's changes and uncertainties.
- It includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being, with three components: emotional well-being, managing emotions, and motivating oneself.
Emotional Intelligence
- Recognizing emotions in others is called empathy, rooted in self-awareness.
- Howard Gardner and Thomas Hatch identified four components of social intelligence: organizing groups, negotiating solutions, personal connection, and social analysis.
Personal Relationships
- Humans have interacted through various behaviors since pre-historic times, necessary for the survival of the group.
Dealing with Stress
- Chronic sadness, depression, fatigue, and stress-related illnesses can result from unchecked emotions.
- The ABC strategy involves Awareness, Balance, and Control to manage stress.
Stress Management Techniques
- Strategies to reduce stress include taking control, avoiding procrastination, joining a community, talking to someone, visualization, breathing, and lightening up.
The Left-Right Brain Theory
- Roger W. Sperry's theory explains the different functions of the left and right brain hemispheres.
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