Knowledge of Self 2

Question 1

How is the self-concept influenced by environment?

Answer 1

The self-concept can change depending on the social role or context. Someone may feel confident in class (student role) but insecure at a party (social role).

Question 2

What’s an example of self-schema at work?

Answer 2

Someone who sees themselves as “independent” will recall moments where they succeeded alone and ignore times they needed help.

Question 3

How does Social Comparison Theory explain Instagram’s impact on mental health?

Answer 3

Constant upward comparisons with “perfect” people on Instagram can lower self-esteem and distort self-perception.

Question 4

What’s a real-life example of self-perception theory?

Answer 4

If someone starts volunteering regularly, they might think: “I must be generous,” even if they didn’t originally have that self-view.

Question 5

How does self-efficacy affect academic performance?

Answer 5

Students who believe they can succeed are more motivated and persistent. If someone believes “I can pass,” they’ll study harder and longer.

Question 6

What’s a real-world example of the Looking-Glass Self?

Answer 6

A student who is constantly told they’re smart by teachers may start believing in their own intelligence—even if they previously doubted it.

Question 7

How does impression management show up in daily life?

Answer 7

Acting confident and enthusiastic in a job interview (front stage), while feeling anxious inside (back stage), is impression management.