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Which sociologist is known for the Looking-Glass Self Theory?
Which sociologist is known for the Looking-Glass Self Theory?
The Generalized Others refers to people who have a direct influence on our identity.
The Generalized Others refers to people who have a direct influence on our identity.
False
What does the Social Self Theory emphasize regarding personal identity?
What does the Social Self Theory emphasize regarding personal identity?
It emphasizes that personal identity is influenced by social interaction and cultural norms.
In Cooley's Looking-Glass Self Theory, the three stages are appearance, interpretation, and ______.
In Cooley's Looking-Glass Self Theory, the three stages are appearance, interpretation, and ______.
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Match the following concepts to their descriptions:
Match the following concepts to their descriptions:
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Which of the following accurately describes the process of role-taking?
Which of the following accurately describes the process of role-taking?
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Looking-Glass Self Theory involves only one stage.
Looking-Glass Self Theory involves only one stage.
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Name one influence on the Social Self according to George Herbert Mead.
Name one influence on the Social Self according to George Herbert Mead.
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Study Notes
Cooley's Looking-Glass Self Theory
- Describes self-image development based on perceptions of how others view us.
- Comprises three stages:
- Appearance: Individuals consider how they appear to others.
- Interpretation: Individuals reflect on how they believe others judge them.
- Self-feeling: Results in emotional responses that shape self-perception.
Mead's Social Self Theory
- Emphasizes the role of social interaction and cultural norms in forming personal identity.
- Introduces the concept of Role-taking where individuals learn to see themselves through others’ perspectives.
- Discusses two key influences:
- Significant Others: Close individuals (e.g., parents, siblings, friends) shaping one’s self-identity.
- Generalized Others: Represents society's broader norms and expectations that individuals internalize to form identity.
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Explore the concepts of Cooley's Looking-Glass Self Theory and Mead's Social Self Theory in this quiz. Understand how self-image and identity are shaped through perceptions and social interactions. Dive into the stages of self-perception and the influences of significant and generalized others.
