Talk:Self-concept

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[edit] Audience

This I don't agree with is because where the article already exists and the way it exists is very effective and quick reading. Stand alone is fine.

i agree with you!! leave it alone

Self-concept and self-image are distinct ideas in psychology. While it's tempting to conflate them, it isn't correct. 121.44.98.174 18:00, 11 October 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Why Merge It?

The ideas are related, but that doesn't actually make them the same. They're wholly distinct because the address slightly different issues. As the above user mentioned, it's just better the keep them seperate. It would be hard for those unfamiliar with the concepts to sort out one from the other.

Besides, self-concept is more gradual, from my POV, whereas self-image is more of a momentary defining ideal. It's your personality, and your idea of your personality. Wouldn't you all agree?

I would, just leave a link. If anyone would find it relevant, then let them click the link. Different issues, different page. Cless 17:39, 28 November 2006 (UTC)

Self-Image and Self-Concept are very different concepts. They should not be merged. Self-image has more to do with body image issues. How do I look to other people? The type of image you portray e.g. clothing, hair, and other external expressions of style preference. Self-concept has to do with personality characteristics and possibly group affiliation. My concept of my self comes from those I associate with and the facets of myself that define who I am. The two couldn't be more different. (B.G. 11.29.06)

I vote against the merge. Self-image is cognitive, self-esteem is evaluative, and self-concept is the global construct that considers them as a whole. They are different and should have different entries. --Jcbutler 23:07, 31 December 2006 (UTC)

[edit] POV?

Fortunately, there is a new awareness on the part of both the public and professionals that self-concept cannot be ignored if we are to successfully address such nagging problems as drug and alcohol abuse, drop-out rates, dysfunctional families, and other concerns.

Uhm, that seems just a tad POV to me. --Scandalous 05:37, 20 September 2007 (UTC)

Very much so. Fuzzform 01:51, 11 October 2007 (UTC)

I agree with you both and would add that the repeated mention that there is "boundless potential" for shaping self concept is also problematic. JrFace (talk) 12:04, 19 November 2007 (UTC)