CMST 2010 Chapter : Chapter 1 4 Notes
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Self-complexity number of self-aspects: many different roles such as student, friend, coworker, high self-complexity means that an individual can separate the roles. If one cannot separate the roles the person may experience over lapping in which if one role has a negative experience, it affects the rest of them (athlete student) Self-concept descriptive reference to the self, or a definition of the nature and beliefs about the self"s qualities refers to what someone knows about himself. Inner self one that we keep private and may reflect how we really feel about ourselves. Individuals feel more comfortable expressing their true inner self when on the internet. An individual"s self-concept influences how one views or interprets social interactions. Self-regulation the capacity to exercise choice and initiation : allows us to pursue and engage in goal-directed activity. Individuals reporting higher levels of self-regulation were more likely to exhibit accommodation: how one communicates effectively and appropriately with others.
