self-concept
[ self-kon-sept, self- ]
/ ˈsɛlfˈkɒn sɛpt, ˌsɛlf- /
noun
the idea or mental image one has of oneself and one's strengths, weaknesses, status, etc.; self-image.
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Also called self-con·cep·tion [self-kuhn-sep-shuhn] /ˈsɛlf kənˈsɛp ʃən/ .
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British Dictionary definitions for self-concept
self-concept
noun
psychol the whole set of attitudes, opinions, and cognitions that a person has of himself
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Medical definitions for self-concept
self-concept
n.
An individual's assessment of his or her status on a single trait or on many human dimensions using societal or personal norms as criteria.
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