Postmodern Theorists Have Questioned the Relevance of the Concept of Self

question 14

Multiple Choice

Postmodern theorists have questioned the relevance of the concept of self to life in contemporary society. This is in part because, from this perspective, identities are:

• A)based on collective, rather than individual, affiliations
• B)idiosyncratic, superficial, and transitory
• C)rooted in social structure rather than individual preference
• D)the result of the process of self-categorization
• E)unrelated to important aspects of contemporary life, such as participation in leisure activities and the use of social media

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Definitions:

Equal Opportunity

The principle that all people should be treated similarly, without unreasonable discrimination or preference in areas like employment.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where an individual experiences discomfort from holding two or more conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values.

External Locus Of Control

This occurs in people who feel they have no control over the events in their lives.

Content Conflict

Disagreement or dispute that arises over specific issues, facts, or matters at hand in a discussion or negotiation.