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During play, individuals take on the roles of others, pretending to be different people to express the expectations of ______.
During play, individuals take on the roles of others, pretending to be different people to express the expectations of ______.
significant others
Role-playing is crucial for the development of ______ and the self.
Role-playing is crucial for the development of ______ and the self.
self-consciousness
In the game, individuals must internalize the roles of others involved in the game and understand the ______ governing the game.
In the game, individuals must internalize the roles of others involved in the game and understand the ______ governing the game.
rules
The 'me' represents the socialized aspect of the individual and is shaped by the learned behavior, attitudes, and ______ of others and society.
The 'me' represents the socialized aspect of the individual and is shaped by the learned behavior, attitudes, and ______ of others and society.
The 'me' is essentially the organized set of ______.
The 'me' is essentially the organized set of ______.
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Study Notes
George Herbert Mead's Theory of the Social Self
- The self evolves through social interactions; it is not an innate quality present at birth.
- Mead posits that the mind results from social communication and experiences, shaping our understanding of reality.
Development of the Self
- Language plays a vital role in helping individuals adopt the "role of the other," fostering empathy and perspective-taking.
- Engaging in play allows individuals to explore different roles and understand societal expectations through imaginative scenarios.
- Role-playing enhances self-consciousness, facilitating deeper awareness of personal identity and societal norms.
- In structured games, individuals internalize various roles and learn to navigate the rules that govern social interactions.
"I" and "Me" Concept
- The "me" represents the internalized social aspect of the self, formed by interactions and social learning.
- It encompasses behaviors, attitudes, and expectations learned from others within one's social environment.
- The "me" serves as a reflective aspect that guides behavior in accordance with societal norms and expectations.
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