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Self -monitoring refers to a self-report technique in which the client (patient) keeps a record of the frequency of specified behaviors.

Deutsch: Selbstwahrnehmung / Español: Autopercepción / Português: Autopercepção / Français: Autoperception / Italian: Autopercezione

Self-perception in the psychology context refers to the process by which individuals develop an understanding of themselves, including their traits, behaviors, and emotions. This concept is central to understanding how people form their identities and make sense of their actions and experiences.

Deutsch: Selbstwahrnehmungstheorie / Español: Teoría de la Autopercepción / Português: Teoria da Auto-Percepção / Français: Théorie de l'Auto-Perception / Italiano: Teoria dell'Auto-Percezione

Self-Perception Theory is a psychological concept that suggests individuals infer their attitudes and emotions by observing their own behavior and the context in which it occurs. This theory contrasts with traditional views that attitudes and feelings precede and guide behavior. Instead, it proposes that when individuals are unsure of their attitudes, they deduce them in the same way an outside observer might, by looking at their behavior and the circumstances under which it happens.

English: Self-Realization / Deutsch: Selbstverwirklichung / Español: Autorrealización / Português: Autorrealização / Français: Réalisation de soi / Italiano: Realizzazione personale

In the psychology context, Self-Realization refers to the process of fulfilling one's potential and achieving one's own goals and desires in life. It encompasses personal growth, the discovery of one's true self, and the pursuit of personal aspirations and values. Self-realization is often considered the pinnacle of psychological development, where individuals achieve a deep sense of satisfaction and purpose by living in accordance with their authentic selves and capabilities.

Self -report clinical inventory refers to a psychological test with standardized questions having fixed response categories that the test-taker completes independently, self-reporting the extent to which the responses are accurate characterizations.

Deutsch: Selbstrepräsentation / Español: Autorepresentación / Português: Auto-representação / Français: Auto-représentation / Italiano: Autorappresentazione /

In psychology, "self-representation" pertains to the way individuals perceive and depict themselves to both themselves and others. It encompasses the multifaceted aspects of self-identity, self-concept, and self-presentation, all of which play a significant role in an individual's mental and emotional well-being. Self-representation can be influenced by various factors, including personal experiences, social interactions, and cultural norms. In this article, we will explore the concept of self-representation in psychology, provide examples, discuss potential risks and application areas, offer recommendations for fostering healthy self-representation, and briefly touch upon historical and legal perspectives. Finally, we will list some similar psychological concepts.

self -stimulatory behaviors refer to repetitive body movements or movements of objects, such as hand flapping or spinning a pencil.