Exam 4: Self and Identity

Ethnic-racial identity is a sense of membership to an ethnic or racial group including ______.

Ariel has decided to go to medical school. In her undergraduate years, she took classes not only in the sciences but in literature and marketing. She wasn't sure which way she wanted to go. One summer she spent interning at a marketing firm and decided that she did not enjoy the work. Then, she decided to work at a hospital checking in patients during another summer break. She truly enjoyed every part of the hospital experience. She was able to shadow doctors and even watch a surgery. Due to this, Ariel made a decision to become a doctor. Ariel is in which phase of identity?

Keisha describes herself as outspoken on subjects she has studied but very quiet when she has little knowledge on a topic. She says she is confident in her public speaking ability as long as it is in front of her peers and not adults. Keisha's self-concept shows her use of ______.

Chin has immigrated to America from China. His culture places more importance on the community rather than the individual. Chin does really well in school and has even earned a top score on the national standardized tests for college entrance. Compared to his friends from other racial and ethnic groups, Chin will most likely score ______ on self-esteem due to his culture.

______ of parents is associated with better adjustment and higher estimates of self-worth in adolescents.

Which behavior is an example of an outcome in identity diffusion?

Which area of the brain shows more activity when adolescents are processing information about the self?

An individual who has not considered any options and is considered inflexible would most likely be characterized as in identity ______.

How is parents' sense of self-concept clarity related to their children?

Adolescents show more activity in the lateral temporal cortex when retrieving information about themselves.

How is socioeconomic status related to identity development?

In exploring ethnic-racial identity, influences such as language and attitudes are considered ______.

What is the relationship between body image and self-esteem?

Adolescents with high self-esteem are more likely to have a discrepancy between their real and ideal selves.

How is parental support related to identity achievement?

Competence and increasing control through emerging adulthood leads to increases in self-esteem.

Benjamin describes himself as an organized and introspective young man. He is generally quiet, shy, and doesn't say much. He really wants to impress Emma on their first date. He has memorized a lot of jokes. During their date, he doesn't stop talking making sure to tell all the jokes he memorized so that Emma will like him. Benjamin is presenting his ______.

Ling comes from a Cambodian immigrant family. Her parents made sure that they moved into an area that had many other Cambodian families. Her parents care a great deal about their country of origin's customs, holidays, and language. Her parents fear Ling may not carry on their heritage due to interest in popular American culture and peer relationships. This strong socialization and fear may lead Ling to ______.

A scientist focused on low self-esteem with adjustment difficulties is interested in ______.

Provide an example for identity achievement, moratorium, identity foreclosure, and identity diffusion. With the examples, please include a description of why each example is categorized as such.