PSY 384 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Labeling Theory
11 Mar 2018
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Content of social beliefs the particular beliefs and knowledge individuals hold about rules, norms, and patterns of social behavior). Usually, these beliefs differ due to generational differences. Strength of beliefs understanding under what conditions will they influence behavior. Cognitive how we conceptualize the situation. Emotional how we react to the situation. Likelihood these beliefs are automatically activated when a person is confronted with a situation when these beliefs are being violated or questioned. If a person grows up following a specific belief, it will more likely be activated throughout their life. Self-perception and social beliefs age and aging. Self-perception of aging = refers to individuals" perceptions of their own. Labeling theory = argues when we confront an age-related stereotype, Resilience theory = argues confronting a negative stereotype results in a older adults are more likely to integrate it into their self-perception. rejection of that view in favor of a more positive self-perception.
