Components of Self-Concept

Components of Self-Concept a. Self Image/Body Image (Body Image) Self-image is a person's attitude or way of viewing their body consciously and unconsciously. This attitude includes perceptions and feelings about the current and past size, shape, potential function and appearance of the body which are continuously modified with each individual's new experiences. self-image is related to personality. The way an individual views himself has an important impact on his psychological aspects. An individual's realistic view of himself, willing to accept and measure parts of his body will provide a feeling and comfort towards himself so that the individual feels safer, thus avoiding anxiety and being able to increase his driver's esteem. A school-aged child has a different body image assessment than a baby, one of the striking differences is the ability to walk which is very dependent on physical maturity. During adolescence, hormonal changes will affect one's body image, for example the appearance of acne and so on. Degenerative processes in old age, where there is a decrease in vision, hearing and mobility, can affect the body image of an elderly person. b. Ideal Self (Ideal Self) Self-ideal is an individual's perception of how he should behave based on certain standards, aspirations, goals or personal judgments. Standards can relate to the type and expectations of the desired person or a number of aspirations, ideals, values to be achieved. The ideal self will embody the ideals, hopes and values to be achieved based on social norms (family, culture) and who you want to do it to. c. Pride (Self Esteem) Self-esteem is an individual's assessment of personal value obtained by analyzing how well a person's behavior corresponds to their ideal self. High self-esteem is a feeling that is rooted in accepting oneself without condition, even though they make mistakes, individuals still feel like they are important and happy. d. Role (Role Performance) Roles are a series of behavioral roles expected by the social environment related to individual functions in various social groups. An assigned role is a role where a person has no choice. An accepted role is a role chosen or chosen by an individual. Roles are attitudes and behavior, values and goals and what is expected of a person based on their position in society. High self-esteem is the result of a role that fulfills one's needs and matches one's ideals. Position in society is a stressor for roles because the social structure creates difficulties, demands and positions that are impossible to fulfill. e. Identity (Identity) Identity is the organizing principle of personality that is responsible for the unity, continuity, consistency and uniqueness of the individual. Identity has the connotation of autonomy and includes the perception of one's sexuality. Identity formation begins in infancy and develops and continues throughout an individual's life. Individual development is the main task during adolescence B. Concept of Body Image Disorders 1. Definition As explained above, body image is one component of the concept of self, which means a collection of an individual's conscious and unconscious attitudes towards their body. Included in this are perceptions about the past and present, as well as feelings about the size, function, appearance and potential of the self. Thus, the definition of body image disturbance is a feeling of dissatisfaction with changes in the structure, shape and function of the body because it does not match what is desired 2. Body Image Disturbance Behavior Signs and symptoms of patients with body image disorders can be recognized if they show the following behavior: a. Refusing to look at and touch changed body parts b. Not accepting the body changes that have occurred/will occur c. Rejects explanations of body changes d. Such is the negative perception of the body e. Preoccupation with missing body parts f. Expressing decisions g. Express satisfaction