Describe the Processes of Social Comparison

question 8

Essay

Describe the processes of social comparison. With whom do we compare, and why do we compare? What are the outcomes of social comparison? Consider an example of the trade-off between self-esteem and accuracy in social comparison.

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Definitions:

Dendrites

Branch-like extensions of a neuron that receive signals from other neurons and transmit them towards the cell body.

Soma

The cell body of a neuron, containing the nucleus and metabolic machinery for cell functions.

Synaptic Terminal

The part of a neuron that connects to another neuron or target cell where neurotransmitters are released.

Glial Cells

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous system that support and protect neurons.