Understanding the Self
Chapter 2
Review Questions
1. Explain what you understand by the term ‘self’. Discuss its various dimensions giving examples.
2. Why is it important to understand the self?
B. Development and Characteristics of the Self
Review Questions
1. Describe, giving examples, the characteristics of the self during—
– infancy
– early childhood
– middle childhood
– adolescence
2. “Adolescence is a time when all adolescents experience identity crisis”. Do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer
C. Influences on Identity
Review Questions
1. Discuss the concepts of puberty and pubescence. Explain the major physical and biological changes in girls and boys during puberty.
2. What is the role of family in shaping the personality of the adolescent?
3. To what extent does culture shape the adolescent identity? Explain with examples.
4. List the major emotional and cognitive changes during adolescence.
Questions Type By: Himashree Bora.
