Identity
Define personal identity.
The qualities, experiences, and choices that make a person who they are.
What are values?
Fundamental beliefs and ideals that guide individuals or groups in deciding what is important or unimportant.
Define the physical self.
The concrete dimensions of the body; the tangible aspects of a person that can be directly observed and examined.
Define self-esteem.
The way a person values, respects, and feels about themselves.
Define individual differences.
The unique characteristics, traits, and psychological factors that distinguish one person from another.
Explain what Erikson's fifth stage of development is.
Identity vs. role confusion is a critical stage in Erikson's psychosocial theory that occurs during adolescence. This phase is key for self-discovery, where teenagers develop a clear sense of self by exploring their independence.
Define morals.
Rules people use to guide their behaviour and thinking, including distinguishing right from wrong.
Name the three dimensions of the physical self.
Appearance; physical ability; health and wellness.
Name two things healthy self-esteem allows a person to recognize.
Their strengths and weaknesses; their own worth while respecting others.
Name four types of individual differences.
Physical, mental/intellectual, achievement, emotional, interest, attitude, gender, and learning differences. Any four.
Name four areas that can contribute to a person's identity.
Gender, Nationality, Race, Socioeconomic status, Ethnicity, Family
Name four examples of moral values.
Responsibility, perseverance, caring, self-discipline, honesty, courage, and fairness. Any four.
What does physical ability refer to?
The way people perceive their physical capability to perform various activities or sports.
List three factors that can negatively affect self-esteem.
Negative comments, bullying, rejection, and constant comparison. Any three.
What are emotional differences?
Some people are emotionally stable and mature, while others are emotionally unstable.
What is the difference between personal identity and social identity?
Personal identity refers to the characteristics, values, beliefs, and experiences that make an individual unique, while social identity refers to the groups a person belongs to, such as family, culture, religion, or nationality.
What is the meaning of responsibility?
Being accountable in word and deed and fulfilling tasks with reliability, dependability, and commitment.
Name the three components of the physical self.
Biological blueprint, heredity, and maturation.
Explain why healthy self-esteem does not mean thinking you are better than everyone else.
Healthy self-esteem means recognizing your own worth while respecting others.
Define biological heredity.
Physiological and psychological characteristics inherited from parents and ancestors through genes in chromosomes.
List the five dimensions of the complete self.
Spiritual
Physical
Mental
Emotional
Social
What is the difference between values and morals?
Values are the principles or beliefs that a person considers important, while morals are beliefs about what is right and wrong that guide a person's behaviour.
Define biological blueprint, heredity, and maturation.
Biological blueprint: physical features we are born with. Heredity: passing traits from parents to children through genes. Maturation: the natural process of growing and developing as we get older.
Name one factor that can influence body image and explain how?
Media
Family
Friends
Environment
Distinguish between biological heredity and social heredity.
Biological heredity involves characteristics inherited through genes; social heredity is customs, traditions, ideals, values, and beliefs passed from one generation to the next.