Psychology: Techniques and Application

Psychology: Techniques and Application ›› 2020, Vol. 8 ›› Issue (3): 185-192.doi: 10.16842/j.cnki.issn2095-5588.2020.03.007

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The Identity Modulation Theory:The Development of an Indigenous Selfesteem Theory

  

  1. (Faculty of Psychology, Beijing Key Laboratory of Applied Experimental Psychology, National Demonstration Center for Experimental Psychology Education (Beijing Normal University), Beijing Normal University, Beijing 100875, China)
  • Online:2020-03-01 Published:2020-03-03

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Abstract: To facilitate understanding of the function of selfesteem among Chinese individuals, we introduce Identity Modulation Theory and the distinction between Smallego and Largeego, which emphasize uniqueness from others and similarity with others, respectively. Uniqueness and similarity are thought to be valued by all human beings, who then might stake their selfesteem on succeeding in domains that they highly value. Identity modulation theory suggests that selfesteem is a function of finding harmony between these two competing values of uniqueness and similarity. In contrast to previous selfesteem theories that particularly focus on individual, relational, or collective self, Identity Modulation Theory endeavors to integrate these three facets to offer an integral view of an individuals selfevaluation. The new indigenous theory concerning selfesteem will contribute to understanding meaning and function of Chinese selfesteem and finding ways to promote Chinese selfesteem.

Key words:  , selfesteem, triparite model of selfconstrual, largeego, smallego

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  • B848
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