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Understanding the Self Lesson #2 Page 1: The self in Allied Sciences Understanding the self in the realm of social sciences Self concept in Sociology ○ Refers how a person views themselves, which includes their thought, belief, and feelings about who they are.(mental pic...

Understanding the Self Lesson #2 Page 1: The self in Allied Sciences Understanding the self in the realm of social sciences Self concept in Sociology ○ Refers how a person views themselves, which includes their thought, belief, and feelings about who they are.(mental picture if yourself) ❖ Socialization and self concept How a family,peers and media shape self perception ❖ Role of culture How a cultural background and societal norms influence self identity ❖ Looking-Glass self Idea by charles cooley's self concept is formed through perception of how others see us. ❖ Identity and Self-Concept Interplay between n personal identity(self-view) and social identity(societal definition) ❖ Social Roles How different roles affect self-concept ❖ Self-Esteem Link between self-esteem and self concept(feedback from society) ❖ Gender Impact of gender identity and roles on social concept ❖ Social Class How economic status influence self-perception on self concept ❖ Technology Influence of social media and digital space on self concept. ❖ Deviance Means “do not meet society's expectations” or it is not an acceptable behavior. Labeled as a deviant affect self concept and identity ❖ Life stages How self concept change from childhood to old age ❖ Intersectionality  Means how the overlapping identities ( race,gender etc.) affect self-concept. ❖ Globalization Impact of global and multicultural influences on self concept. ❖ Social Media Fragmentation The maintaining various online personas impact self concept and identity coherence. Page 2: Self Concept in Anthropology ★ Anthropology ○ The study of humans,behavior,culture,societies, and evolutionary history ○ A broad field seeks to understand the full scope of human diversity (from ancient ancestors to contemporary societies) SELF CONCEPT IN ANTHROPOLOGY ○ The role self concept in Anthropology refers to how individuals perceive and define themselves in the contest of their culture and society. ○ Encompasses a person's understanding of their identity Including beliefs,values,roles, and social relationships that are deeply influenced by cultural norms,traditions and practices. ➔ Colonialism ◆ How colonial history affects self-concept and Identity ➔ Migration ◆ How migration and diaspora(group of people) affect cultural self concept ➔ Personhood ◆ Different cultural views on what it means to be a “person” ➔ Body image ◆ Influence of cultural beauty ideals on self-concept. ➔ Cultural change ◆ Impact of modernization and globalization on self concept. Page 3: Self Concept in Psychology Psychology ○ Scientific study of the mind and behavior. ○ This field seeks to understand the underlying processes that drive human thoughts, emotions, and actions. Self concept in psychology The role self concept in Psychology refers to the overall understanding and perception that an individual has of themselves. Self-concept is shaped by personal experiences, social interactions, and feedback from others, and it plays a crucial role in how people view themselves and their place in the world ○ Self-Esteem: The relationship between self-concept and self-worth. ○ Self-Image: How individuals perceive their physical and personal attributes. ○ Ideal Self: The concept of who individuals aspire to be versus who they are. ○ Development of Self-Concept: How self-concept evolves from childhood through adulthood. ○ Social Influences: The impact of family, peers, and society on self concept ○ Cognitive Dissonance: How conflicting beliefs and behaviors affect self-concept. ○ Self-Concept and Mental Health: The role of self concept in psychological well-being and disorders. ○ Self-Perception Theory: How individuals form self concept based on observing their own behavior. ○ Self-Concept Clarity: The consistency and stability of one’s self-concept. ○ Impact of Trauma on Self-Concept: How traumatic experiences can alter self-concept. Page 4: ROLE OF THE SIGNIFICANT OTHERS IN THE FORMATION OF THE SELF ★ Socialization Process ★ Development of Self Concept ★ Role Modeling ★ Emotional Support and Validation ★ Impact of Relationship Page 5: CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE SOCIETY AND ONE’S CULTURE IN FORGING THE “SELF” ★ Society: ○ Social Norms: Establishes rules and expectations that guide behavior and identity. ○ Roles and Status: Assigns roles (e.g., student, employee) affecting self-perception. ○ Institutions: Family, education, and media shape values and skills. ○ Peer Influence: Offers support and validation impacting self-esteem ★ Culture: Values and Beliefs: Provides a framework for understanding and defining self. Language: Shapes thought processes and self-expression. Traditions: Reinforces identity and belonging through cultural practices. Cultural Identity: Enhances self-esteem and pride. Norms and Stereotypes: Influence self-expression and role perceptions.