Understanding Trait and State Self-Esteem

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At what stage do children begin to understand and adhere to the rules of games?

The game stage

What is the concept of the looking-glass self?

Our sense of self is influenced by how we perceive others' views of us.

Who proposed the concept of the looking-glass self?

Charles Horton Cooley

What is social comparison theory?

It is the theory that our sense of self and self-esteem are influenced by comparisons with others.

What might happen if we are repeatedly labeled and evaluated by others?

Self-labeling may occur.

What is the focus of the field of anthropology according to the text?

The study of all aspects of the human condition, including history, present, future, biology, society, language, and culture.

According to William James, the social self refers to:

The roles and behaviors we adopt in different social situations

Which of the following statements best represents James's view on the social self?

People adjust their behavior and self-presentation based on the social context.

According to the passage, which of the following would be considered part of one's social self?

How we behave at a family gathering

Which statement best represents the relationship between the social self and the material self, according to James?

The social self and material self are interrelated and can influence each other.

What is the main difference between trait self-esteem and state self-esteem?

Trait self-esteem is enduring, while state self-esteem is temporary

What is global self-esteem?

A decision people make about their overall worth as a person

According to the passage, which of the following would NOT be considered part of one's social self?

Our moral compass and ethical principles

Which of the following best describes domain-specific self-esteem?

How people evaluate their various abilities and attributes

Based on the passage, which of the following statements accurately describes the social self?

The social self is dynamic and varies across different social contexts.

According to Karen Horney's theory, what is the ideal self?

An imaginary picture of the self with unlimited powers and qualities

What does the text suggest is the relationship between the ideal self and the actual self?

The actual self is often despised because it fails to fulfill the ideal self

What is the role of the real self according to Karen Horney's theory?

It is the underlying, true self revealed when anxiety and conflicts are resolved

Learn about the concepts of trait self-esteem and state self-esteem, how they differ, and their impact on individuals' self-perception. Explore the differences between global self-esteem and state self-esteem according to researchers like Crocker & Park and Crocker & Wolfe.

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