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What is Self? — Revision Notes
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Psychology
What is Self? revision notes for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology: 3 topics in quick points. Key terms: Self, Self and Self.
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Key Topics to Revise
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16.1 Concept of Self
- Self-concept is the overall idea we have about ourselves, including cognitive and emotional judgments.
- It is not born with us but learned through life experiences, especially social interactions.
- Self-concept is multi-dimensional — includes physical, emotional, social, religious, and spiritual aspects.
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16.2 Aspects of Self
- Self-esteem is how we value ourselves — includes confidence, identity, belonging, and competence.
- Low self-esteem is linked with depression and self-doubt; healthy self-esteem improves motivation and mental health.
- Self-efficacy is the belief in one’s ability to succeed in specific situations or tasks.
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16.3 Ideal Self and Self-Actualization
- The real self is who you actually are; the ideal self is who you want to become.
- Carl Rogers said mental peace comes when real self and ideal self match (congruence).
- Incongruence between real and ideal self causes anxiety and distress.
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What are the important topics in What is Self? for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Psychology?
Key topics in What is Self? include 1 Concept of Self, 2 Aspects of Self, 3 Ideal Self and Self-Actualization. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise What is Self? for the Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 48 practice questions on What is Self?. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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