Asked by Haley Martindale on Sep 29, 2024
In Leary's model of self-esteem and groups,he coins the term "sociometer" to describe
A) a type of sociogram (social network chart) that indicates place in a group.
B) the hypothetical psychological gauge that calibrates feelings of acceptance in groups.
C) a research tool used to measure inclusion-exclusion in groups.
D) the inclusion-exclusion continuum.
Sociometer
A hypothetical gauge within individuals that measures their level of social acceptance or rejection.
Self-esteem
An individual’s subjective evaluation of their own worth, encompassing beliefs and emotions about oneself.
- Understand the principles of sociometer theory, along with its connection to self-esteem and the experience of being excluded.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles of sociometer theory, along with its connection to self-esteem and the experience of being excluded.