Carl Rogers Would Posit That the Self-Concept Is an Important

question 128

Multiple Choice

Carl Rogers would posit that the self-concept is an important aspect of personality because

• A)our thoughts can alter our behavior and the environment.
• B)it leads to developing a growth orientation.
• C)attachment styles influence adult development.
• D)it stems from our own experiences and approval of others.

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Definitions:

Informational Influence

A social influence process where individuals change their thoughts, beliefs, or behaviors based on information or evidence from others.

Minimal Groups

Experimental paradigms used in social psychology to demonstrate how even arbitrary and seemingly meaningless distinctions between groups can lead to discrimination and prejudice.

Normative Influence

Refers to the impact of societal norms on an individual's behavior, often leading to conformity in order to gain social acceptance or avoid social disapproval.

Informational Influence

A form of social influence that involves changing one's behavior or beliefs based on the information received from others.