How self-concept is affected by...
Age: changes as older, comparing with others, changes in different areas of life
Appearence: if we feel we look good then we have positive self-image, comparing with others
Gender: stereotypical roles some people dont fit in with these then have negative self-esteem
Culture: shapes image of ourselves, how much we match our culture
Emotional development: based on level of interactions, emotional attachments, abuse is negative
Education: higher level of education is higher level of self-concept
Relationships with others: people provide love and support means a higher self-concept
Sexual orientation: both positive and negative affects, different rules in society
Life experiences: key moments in life can have either positive or negative affects
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