Self-Perception in AP Psychology

Definition

Self-perception refers to an individual's beliefs, attitudes, and evaluations about themselves. It encompasses how people perceive their abilities, appearance, personality traits, and overall worthiness.

Related terms

Self-Esteem:

The overall subjective evaluation or judgment one holds about oneself. It reflects feelings of self-worth and is influenced by factors such as achievements, relationships with others, and societal comparisons.

Self-Serving Bias:

The tendency for individuals to attribute successes to internal factors (e.g., personal qualities) while attributing failures or shortcomings to external factors (e.g., luck). This bias helps protect self-esteem by maintaining positive views of oneself.

Body Image:

One's thoughts and feelings about their physical appearance. Body image can be influenced by societal standards of beauty and may impact self-perception in terms of confidence and satisfaction with one's own body.