As People Age, Their Self-Concepts Tend to Change

question 33

Essay

As people age, their self-concepts tend to change. Looking back over the last few years of your life, think about how you have changed the way you think about yourself. Identify and describe at least two of those changes. Next, describe the process by which your self-concept changed. Make sure to include ideas and concepts from the book and/or class in your answer.

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Definitions:

Chinese Ancestry

denotes the lineage or heritage of individuals who trace their ethnic roots back to China.

American Culture

A set of shared values, practices, and beliefs predominantly influenced by European immigration but significantly shaped by African, Native American, Asian, Pacific Island, and Latin American cultures.

Mirror Technique

A psychotherapeutic or coaching method that involves using mirrors to help individuals see themselves more clearly, foster self-awareness, or work through body image issues.

Self-awareness

The conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.