SOCI 140 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Affect Control Theory, Impression Management, Symbolic Interactionism
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Chapter 5 vocab: the theory that incorporates elements of symbolic interactionism and identity theory to explain the role of sentiments in identity process. Backstage: part of dramaturgical sociology referring to the region where we relax our impression management efforts. In social identity theory,the process through which we draw sharp dividing lines between group membership categories and assign people(including themselves) to relevant categories. Dramaturgical sociology: the study of how we present ourselves, playing roles and managing impressions through interactions with other people. Inferences about out abilities based on our emotional states that we use to build our sense of mastery. Face-work: any way in which we try to protect our own and others" representations of our self. Front stage: part of dramaturgical sociology referring to the place where we present ourselves to others. I: the part of the self that is active, engaging in interactions with others. Identity: our internalizes, stable sense of who we are.
