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32.4: Key Terms

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    actual self
    the attributes that an individual believes they possess, based on personal information as well as input from others
    acute stress
    short-term stress encountered in daily life
    agreeableness
    one of the Big Five personality traits; includes characteristics such as empathy, respectfulness, and ability to trust others
    Bandura’s self-efficacy theory of motivation
    individuals with a high sense of self-efficacy have a great deal of self-confidence based on their mastery in previous situations and the positive feedback they received about their performance
    body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
    a mental health condition characterized by obsessive preoccupation with perceived flaws or defects in physical appearance that are not observable or appear minor to others
    body image
    a component of self-concept that reflects an individual’s perception and evaluation of their physical appearance, based on societal standards, cultural norms, and personal experiences
    chronic stress
    ongoing stress caused by long-term problems
    cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
    a structured talk therapy that focuses on problematic thinking and behaviors and helps to create healthy thinking, behaviors, and coping skills
    competence
    the degree of effectiveness and proficiency individuals perceive in themselves
    conscientiousness
    one of the Big Five personality traits; includes characteristics such as self-discipline, goal setting, productivity, and competence
    episodic acute stress
    stress that happens routinely, causing ongoing frustration
    extroversion
    one of the Big Five personality traits; includes characteristics such as sociability and openness
    false self
    pretending to be someone we are not
    global self
    idea that we are all part of a collective being, or global family, and our actions have far-reaching impacts
    ideal self
    attributes that individuals aspire to possess
    identity confusion
    occurs in response to grief when individuals feel that part of themselves also died when their loved one died
    impostor syndrome
    a psychological pattern in which individuals doubt their skills, talents, or accomplishments and have a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a “fraud”
    neuroticism
    one of the Big Five personality traits; focuses on emotional stability
    openness to experience
    one of the Big Five personality traits; includes characteristics such as creativity and intellectual curiosity
    ought self
    the internalized expectations and standards that individuals believe they should or must adhere to in order to meet external demands, social norms, or moral obligations
    personal identity
    a component of self-concept that involves the sense of individuality, including personal traits and beliefs, that distinguishes a person from others
    power
    an individual’s perception of their ability to influence or control outcomes, resources, or other individuals within their social environment
    reflected appraisal
    the influence on our self-concept based on what others think of us
    role performance
    how individuals perceive and execute their roles in different contexts within the family, work, or social environment
    Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale
    a widely used self-report instrument for evaluating individual self-esteem
    self-awareness
    being able to recognize and understand one’s own emotions
    self-concept
    the organized and consistent set of perceptions and beliefs an individual holds about themselves; includes an individual’s self-esteem, self-image, self-identity, and social identity
    self-efficacy
    an individual’s belief that they can control their own capabilities and circumstances to achieve success
    self-esteem
    the overall positive or negative evaluation of oneself that reflects an individual’s feelings of self-worth and confidence
    self-evaluation
    the process by which individuals evaluate their own thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and overall sense of self
    self-expectation
    an individual’s perspective on what they should do, think, or feel
    self-identity
    personal characteristics, roles, and affiliations that define an individual
    self-image
    the mental and emotional view of one’s physical appearance and abilities
    self-knowledge
    a philosophical term used to identify how individuals perceive their mental state, based on emotions, personality traits, relationships, behavioral patterns, opinions, beliefs, values, needs, goals, preferences, and social identity
    self-perception
    how individuals perceive themselves in terms of their abilities, competencies, and characteristics
    self-reflection
    thoughtful contemplation about one’s actions, motivations, and personal growth, based on the evaluation of one’s values, goals, and standards
    social comparison theory
    process of evaluating ourselves in comparison to others and using those judgments to influence our self-concept
    social identity
    concept of self that is formed through connections with societal groups
    symbolic interactionism
    a model positing that the way we see ourselves is influenced by how others see us
    virtue
    the moral dimension of self-evaluation, encompassing individuals’ reflections on their character, values, and ethical conduct

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