Psychology Of Personal Efficiency Test Flashcards

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Describe self concept
Your paradigm about yourself
Define the concept of self-esteem
Feelings of affection you have for yourself, general fondness for yourself
Define Carl Rogers' concepts of unconditional positive regard, conditional positive regard, and conditions of worth
Unconditional positive regard- love regardless of behaviors
Conditional positive regard- love based on certain standards
Conditions of worth- children think worth is based only on standards
What is non-contingent self-esteem? What is contingent self esteem? Which one is more likely to produce high self esteem?
Non-contingent self esteem- based on nothing
Contingent self-esteem- based on more than one source. Most effectve is to have self-esteem that is non-contingent. You are worthy because you are a unique individual with your own special potentials. It is stable and securely rooted in a solid sense of self. Sense of self worth is never at risk in the process of success or failure.
What are the behaviors which are typical of individuals with high self-esteem vs. those with low self-esteem?
High self esteem- believe they are worthwhile and valuable, see demanding goals as a challenge, recognize the strengths and achievements of self and others, Low self esteem- Believe that worth is based on opinions of others, are highly critical of self, inability to accept constructive criticism
What is the pathological critic?
A negative inner voice that attacks you
Name and describe the parenting styles discussed in your textbook. Which is more likely to produce children with high self-esteem? Low self esteem. Discuss two characteristics for each style
Authoritarian- Restrictive, punitive
Authoritative- Loving, set of controls, most likely to provide high self-esteem
Permissive indulgent- No controls, involved
Permissive Indifferent- No controls, uninvolved
What is the "tyranny of the shoulds"
A subset of irrational beliefs, which determine your self esteem
What are six core virtues and one signature strength for each? How do they relate to the development of character?
1. Wisdom and knowledge (curiosity, love of learning)
2. Courage (bravery, perseverance)
3. Love and humanity (kindness, allowing love)
4. Justice (fairness, leadership)
5. Temperance (caution, and humility)
6. Spirituality and transcendence (gratitude, humor)
Define the concept of cognitive distortion
Tendency to look for validation to support self-opinion
What is a malevolent attitude
The belief that one is surrounded by enemies
Describe the concept of "conditions of worth"
Children only think that they are worthwhile or loveable if they behave in certain ways or meet certain standards
Define the concept of character as per Seligman
The development of virtues and strengths
What is the major characteristic that marks the difference between a person with high and low self-esteem?
The nature and content of their self-talk.
Describe the concept of self worth and what are some of the contingencies that we base our self worth upon?
The recognition of inherent sense of worth.
1. Appearance 2. Academic Competence 3.Others Approval