PSYC 304 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Erik Erikson, Autobiographical Memory, Imaginary Audience
25 Aug 2018
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12:15 am: origins of self recognition, children must realize that they exist independently of other people and objects in the. Search for identity: erik erikson believed ado struggle to achieve identity that will allow them to participate in the adult world. Not interested at first - ethnic identity not an important issue and not started yet to explore their ethnic heritage. Ado begin to explore personal impact of ethnic backgrounds. Achieve a distinct ethnic self-concept: acculturation: process of integrating into and adopting the customs of a different culture, depression, developmental change in self esteem. Scholastic competence - athletic competence - social competence - physical competence: ado: job competence, close friendship, romantic appeal. Self worth is greater when they are skilled in areas that matter to them. Incremental theory view of intelligence can be improved. More prone to psychological disorders such as depression - influence on depression across lifespan. More likely to be involved in bullying and aggressive behavior.
