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When People Believe Someone Is Watching, They May Censor or Police

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When people believe someone is watching, they may censor or police themselves or find ways to avoid the "gaze". Their dynamic applies to


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Self-discrepancies

The differences between an individual's perceived actual, ideal, and ought selves, which can influence emotional states.

Self-discrepancy Theory

A theory that suggests individuals compare themselves to internal standards or the expectations of others, leading to various emotional outcomes based on perceived discrepancies.

Ideal Self

A person's conception of how they would like to be, representing their goals and aspirations in contrast to their actual self.

Actual Self

A concept referring to one's perception of their own attributes, abilities, and attitudes as they are currently.

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