CH Cooley's Concept of the Looking Glass Self Says That

question 46

Multiple Choice

C.H. Cooley's concept of the looking glass self says that _______.

• A) you compare yourself to persons in groups you are with and see how you measure up
• B) significant others learn their self-concepts from your verbal and nonverbal messages
• C) you interpret and evaluate your own behavior
• D) your self-concept develops through looking at the image of yourself that others reveal to you

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Definitions:

Filter Theory

Posits that people sift eligible mates according to specific criteria and thus reduce the pool of potential partners to a small number of candidates.

Potential Suitability

The possibility or capability of being appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose, role, or situation.

Education

The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.

Values

Fundamental beliefs or standards that guide behavior and choices, reflecting what is important to an individual or society.