1)Build self-image
2)Meet expectations and norms of society
- To rate ourselves with others when we are uncertain
- Usually compare to someone similar
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Methods of Social Comparison
1)Upward Social Comparison
(Comparing with someone better)
Advantages
-Gives us an aim, improve ourselves
-Increase positive self regard; mastery
Disadvantages
-Makes us feel inadequate and disillusioned about our abilities
-Discouraging if standard isn't achievable
-Makes us feel inadequate and disillusioned about our abilities
-Discouraging if standard isn't achievable
2)Downward Social Comparisons
(Comparing with someone who sucks)
Advantages
-Assessment of our position in a community
-presents us in positive light; making us feel good
-give self-esteem a boost
Disadvantages
Use common sense plz
Use common sense plz
3)Similar Social Comparisons
(Compare perceptions/attitude with similar people)
To assure ourselves that we fit social norms and fit in with our peers.
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