Describe the Differences Between Downward and Upward Social Comparison

question 8

Essay

Describe the differences between downward and upward social comparison.How do they influence our sense of self?

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Definitions:

Unconscious

A state in which a person is not awake and not aware of their environment or themselves.

Prefix

A group of letters placed before a word to modify its meaning or to form a new word.

Occlusion

The blockage or closure of a blood vessel or hollow organ, often leading to reduced flow or function.

Closing

The act or process of bringing something to an end or sealing off an entrance or passage.