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Self-depreciation

Self -depreciation means devaluing oneself, one's body or part of it.

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Self-disclosure

Deutsch: Selbstoffenbarung / Español: Autorrevelación / Português: Auto-revelação / Français: Auto-divulgation / Italian: Auto-rivelazione

Self-disclosure refers to the process in which therapists or counselors discuss aspects of their own lives in Order to enhance therapeutic progress with clients.

Self-Disclosure in the psychology context refers to the act of revealing personal information about oneself to others. This can include thoughts, feelings, experiences, and beliefs. Self-disclosure is a key component of building and maintaining relationships and plays a crucial role in therapeutic settings.

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Self-discovery

Self -discovery refers to the act or process of achieving self-knowledge. Moreover, Self-discovery refers to an active approach to learning in which the child is encouraged to use his or her

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Self-Doubt

English: Self-Doubt / Deutsch: Selbstzweifel / Español: Duda de sí mismo / Português: Dúvida de si mesmo / Français: Doute de soi / Italiano: Dubbio su di sé

In the psychology context, Self-Doubt refers to a state of uncertainty or lack of confidence in one's abilities, decisions, or self-worth. It is a common psychological experience that can affect various aspects of life, including academic performance, career development, relationships, and personal growth. While some degree of self-doubt can be motivational and lead to self-improvement, persistent or excessive self-doubt may hinder individuals from achieving their full potential and negatively impact their mental health.

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Self-efficacy

Deutsch: Selbstwirksamkeit / Español: Autoeficacia / Português: Autoeficácia / Français: Efficacité personnelle / Italiano: Autoefficacia /

Self-efficacy refers to a sense that one is competent and effective, distinguished from self-esteem, one's sense of self worth and that one is capable of performing the behaviors that will produce desired outcomes in any particular situation.

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Self-Empowerment

English: Self-Empowerment / Deutsch: Selbstbefähigung / Español: Autoempoderamiento / Português: Autoempoderamento / Français: Autonomisation / Italiano: Auto-empowerment

In the psychology context, Self-Empowerment refers to the process through which individuals gain the strength and confidence to take control of their own lives, make their own decisions, and pursue their goals independently. It involves developing a sense of personal agency, self-efficacy, and an internal locus of control, where individuals believe they have the power to influence the outcomes of their actions. Self-empowerment is crucial for personal development, resilience, and well-being, enabling individuals to overcome obstacles, advocate for themselves, and realize their potential.

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Self-esteem

Deutsch: Selbstwertgefühl / Español: Autoestima / Português: Autoestima / Français: Estime de soi / Italiano: Autostima

Self-esteem in psychology refers to an individual's overall subjective emotional Evaluation of their own worth. It is the judgment of oneself as well as an attitude toward the self.

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Self-evaluation maintenance theory

TheSelf-evaluation maintenance theory refers to the theory that one's self-concept can be threatened by another individual's behavior and that the level of threat is determined by both the closeness of the other individual and the personal relevance of the behavior.

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