Author:
Baumeister, Roy F. author.
ImprintNew York, NY : The Guilford Press, [2022]
Descriptionxii, 420 pages ; 24 cm
Note:What is the self? -- The self in social context -- How the modern western self took shape -- Different societies make different kinds of selves -- Four pitfalls of self theories: no self, multiple selves, authentic true selves, and self-actualization -- Some beginnings of self -- Human groups need (and shape) selves -- Moral reputation as a foundation of self -- The unity project: the unfinished business of stitching the self together -- Self-awareness -- What sort of knowledge is self-knowledge? -- Why know thyself? -- Building self-knowledge: how people learn about themselves -- Self-esteem -- Accuracy and illusion in self-believs -- The self in action -- Self-regulation and self-control -- Decision making, authonomy, and free will -- The interpersonal self -- The self as group member -- Self-presentation -- Self as close relationship partner -- Problems of the modern self -- The stress of self, and some escape routes -- Self and mental illness -- The deep puzzle of self-defeating behavior -- Ways the mind can organize self-beliefs -- The self: a summary.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references (pages 377-406) and index.
Note:"The idea of the self is immediately familiar to everyone, yet elusive to define and understand. From pioneering researcher Roy F. Baumeister, this volume synthesizes a vast body of knowledge to provide a panoramic view of the human self -- how it develops and functions, why it exists, and what problems it encounters on the journey through life. What are the benefits of self-knowledge, and how attainable is it? Do we have one self, or many? What is the relationship of self and society? In 28 concise chapters, Baumeister explains complex concepts with clarity and insight. He reveals the central role played by the self in enabling both individuals and cultures to thrive." --Provided by publisher.
