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Myers EXPLORING PSYCHOLOGY (6th Edition in Modules)

Myers EXPLORING PSYCHOLOGY (6th Edition in Modules). Module 35 Contemporary Research: The Self and the Modern Unconscious James A. McCubbin, PhD Clemson University Worth Publishers. Exploring the Self. Spotlight Effect

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Myers EXPLORING PSYCHOLOGY (6th Edition in Modules)

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  1. Myers EXPLORING PSYCHOLOGY (6th Edition in Modules) Module 35 Contemporary Research: The Self and the Modern Unconscious James A. McCubbin, PhD Clemson University Worth Publishers

  2. Exploring the Self • Spotlight Effect • overestimating others noticing and evaluating our appearance, performance, and blunders • Self Esteem • one’s feelings of high or low self-worth • Self-Serving Bias • readiness to perceive oneself favorably

  3. Exploring the Self • Individualism • giving priority to one’s own goals over group goals and defining one’s identity in terms of personal attributes rather than group identifications • Collectivism • giving priority to the goals of one’s group (often one’s extended family or work group) and defining one’s identity accordingly

  4. Value Contrasts Between Individualism and Collectivism Concept Individualism Collectivism Self Independent Interdependent (identity from individual traits) identity from belonging) Life task Discover and express one’s Maintain connections, fit in uniqueness What matters Me--personal achievement and We-group goals and solidarity; fullfillment; rights and liberties social responsibilities and relationships Coping method Change reality Accommodate to reality Morality Defined by individuals Defined by social networks (self-based) (duty-based) Relationships Many, often temporary or casual; Few, close and enduring; confrontation acceptable harmony valued Attributing Behavior reflects one’s personality Behavior reflects social behaviors and attitudes and roles Exploring the Self

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