SELF -CONCEPT
•Self-conceptisthementalimagethatonehasofoneself.
•WhoamI?”
•It is subjective and a complex mixture of conscious and
unconsciousthoughts, attitudes,andperceptionsthata
personhasabouthisorherownidentity.
•Canbepositiveornegative
CHARACTERISTICSOFAPOSITIVESELFCONCEPT
•Self-Acceptance
•Self-confidence
•Ability to accept criticism and not become
defensive
•Realistic Self-Perception
•Self-Respect
•Openness to Growth
•Settingobtainablegoals
•Willingnesstotakerisksandtrynew
experiences
Functions of Self-Concept
•Self-Evaluation
•Social Comparison
•Predicting and Understanding Behavior
•Cognitive Consistency
•Personal Growth and Development
BODYIMAGE
•Bodyimageinvolvesattitudesrelatedtothebody,
includingphysicalappearance,structure,orfunction.
•Feelings about body image include those related to
sexuality,femininityandmasculinity,health,andstrength.
BODY IMAGEIS INFLUENCEDBY
•Cognitivegrowthandphysicaldevelopment
•Psychological
•Physicalchanges
•Bodydissatisfaction
•Thewayotherpeopleviewaperson'sbodyandthe
feedback
TERMS
Roleambiguity
•Occurs when expectation unclear, and peopledo not know
whatto doorhowto doitandunableto predictthereactions
ofotherto theirbehavior.
Rolestrain
•Are frustrated because they feel or are madeto feel
inadequateorunsuitedtoa role.Oftenassociatedwithsex
rolestereotype.
•Example, women in occupations traditionallyheld by men
mightbetreatedas havinglessknowledgeandcompetence
thanmeninthesamerole
TERMS
Rolemastery
•Meansthattheperson’sbehaviorsmeetsocial
expectations.
•Expectations,orstandardsofbehaviorofa role,are setby
society, a culturalgroup, or a smaller group to which a
personbelongs
ASSESSMENT
•Subjective Data: Obtain subjective information directly
from the patient regarding their :
Perception of self,
Feelings of self-worth,
Body image, and
any changes they have noticed.
ASSESSMENT
•Objective Data: Gather objective data through
observation and assessment of the patient's:
Behavior,
Interactions with others,
Non-verbal cues, and
Any physical manifestations of altered self-concept
(e.g., withdrawn behavior, poor eye contact, negative self-talk).
Manifestations of altered self-concept
•Low Self-Esteem
•Negative Body Image
•Identity Confusion
•Impaired Self-Identity
•Social Withdrawal or Isolation
•Perfectionism or Self-Criticism
•Depression or Anxiety
•Substance Abuse or Self-Harm
•Difficulty in Relationships
•Avoidance of Personal Growth Opportunities
ASSESSMENTQUESTIONS
Identity
•Howwouldyou describeyourself?
•How would you describe your personal
characteristics?or
•Howdoyouseeyourselfasa person?
•Howdoothersdescribeyou asaperson?
•Whatdoyoulikeaboutyourself?
ASSESSMENTQUESTIONS
Identity
•Howwouldyou describeyourself?
•How would you describe your personal
characteristics?or
•Howdoyouseeyourselfasa person?
•Howdoothersdescribeyou asaperson?
•Whatdoyoulikeaboutyourself?
OUTCOMEIDENTIFICATIONANDPLANNING
•Youshoulddevelopanindividualizedplanofcarefor each
nursingdiagnosis.
•Goals should be specific, measurable, achievable,
relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
•Thenursedevelopsplansincollaboration
withtheclientandsupport peoplewhenpossible.
•Plan must be according to the client’s state ofhealth, level of
anxiety,resources,copingmechanisms,andsociocultural
andreligiousaffiliation
EVALUATION
ClientCare
•Criticalthinkingisneededtoevaluatesuccessin
meetingeachclient'sgoal.
•Frequentevaluationof clientprogressisrecommended
•Useknowledgeofbehaviorsandcharacteristicsofa
healthyself-conceptwhen you review the client's
behaviors.
EVALUATION
•Evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions in
achieving the established goals and outcomes.
•Reassess the patient's self-concept and related factors to
determine if there have been any improvements or
changes.
•Modify the plan of care as needed based on the patient's
response and ongoing assessment data.
Provide ongoing support, education, and follow-up to
promote continued progress and psychological well-being.