Question

Suan is thinking about how he has performed in his pursuit of a career as a chemical engineer, and feels that there is only a small discrepancy between what he has accomplished and what he envisioned himself accomplishing. How does self-discrepancy theory suggest he is likely to feel?

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Self-discrepancy theory

• An individual compares their actual self to their ideal or ought self
• Ideal self are usually created through experiences in life
• Ought self is the belief of what an individual should become
• Discrepancies in ideal and ought self leads to negative thoughts or emotions
• The self discrepancy theory helps in understanding the situations that can cause negative emotions