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The present article is limited to research studies focused on understanding the phenomenon and construction of the concept of Self.' When we look at one's experience of the Self, as a whole, it involves various components associat...
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The present article is limited to research studies focused on understanding the phenomenon and construction of the concept of Self.' When we look at one's experience of the Self, as a whole, it involves various components associated with different aspects like self-identification, self-location and the sense of the existence of oneself or the sense of Self. While exploring the Self phenomenon, many scientific studies consider only partial aspects of the experience, and hence any understanding resulting from such an evaluation makes it difficult to comment on the nature of the Self. We emphasize that while studying the Self, to understand it totally, one would need to include all the components of the Self. In this connection, we raise the following two theses: a) Ontologically, the Self is conceived as a sentient entity, the bearer of the what it is like to be type of feeling, and b) Phenomenologically, we do not have a direct apprehension of the Self, but experience various aspects of the Self through the Senses of Existence, Identification, and Location.
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Identification, in Western psychology, refers to an unconscious tendency to create a relationship of identity between oneself and significant others and is thought to be crucial for healthy psychological development. Within Easter...
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Identification, in Western psychology, refers to an unconscious tendency to create a relationship of identity between oneself and significant others and is thought to be crucial for healthy psychological development. Within Eastern traditions, however, identification is viewed as a wider encompassing phenomenon, capable of occurring with any mental content and as an obstacle toward experiencing the true nature of the self. We developed the Self-with-Mind Identification Scale (SMIS) to measure a person's tendency to identify with both external objects as well as mental images, thoughts and emotions. We administered the scale to university students (N = 260) alongside measures of well-being, attentive awareness, dissociation, and depersonalization. As predicted, a comparison of low versus high identification scorers revealed the former to score significantly higher on well-being and attentive awareness, but significantly lower on dissociation and depersonalization. To further examine the construct validity of the SMIS, we conducted an exploratory factor analysis on an extended sample (N = 430). A 5-factor solution provided evidence for construct validity as well as the importance of emotional feelings in identification. Our findings support the validity of a more encompassing concept of identification and implicate further research regarding identification as a way to better understand self-awareness and its anomalies.
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Through two studies of fans who identified with the collective known as NASCAR (the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing hereafter referred to as Nascar), we examine why stakeholders identify with collectives that are pe...
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Through two studies of fans who identified with the collective known as NASCAR (the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing hereafter referred to as Nascar), we examine why stakeholders identify with collectives that are perceived as only moderately prestigious (given that high prestige has been shown, empirically, to be the primary predictor of collective identification because it enhances identifiers' self-esteem). Our findings indicate that identifiers did not perceive Nascar to be high in prestige (compared to other similar collectives) and that their identification was predicted, primarily, by "Perceived Opportunity for Authentic Self-Expression" with Nascar. In addition, across both studies, we found that "patriotism"-a personal value that was difficult for fans to affirm elsewhere-was the most important value that fans perceived they could "self-express" when interacting with Nascar. These findings suggest that individuals may identify with moderate prestige collectives because they provide rare opportunities to express values that are part of their authentic selves, and thus, satisfy these individuals' "needs for authenticity."
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The relevance of the problem of ethnic mentality is due to the need to understand and address social issues, understand the specifics of the history of the ethnos, and thus realize yourself. The processes of ethno-cultural revival...
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The relevance of the problem of ethnic mentality is due to the need to understand and address social issues, understand the specifics of the history of the ethnos, and thus realize yourself. The processes of ethno-cultural revival of peoples, ‘ethnic renaissance’, and the rising tide of interest in historical and ethnic roots, including the constants of the ethnic worldview itself, require careful, objective, and scientific analysis. The modern world affected by globalization is facing new challenges, including threats posed to ethnic identity, leveling of ethnic and cultural differences, the imposition of standards of global culture, and the spread of unified models of lifestyle and thoughts. All these components are important and their common unity determines the ethnos. The modern processes of changing the values and attitudes of ethnic groups in the context of globalization contest the existence of ethnic groups as stable and sustainable social formations. In this case, the study of aspects of cultural life is an objective condition for formation and development of peoples. Anthropological, psychological and symbolic aspects can be employed to understand the mentality of the people. The anthropology of the mentality can be studied from the point of view of two approaches: the paradigm of life and the paradigm of existence. The mentality of the people is steeped in the cultural ritualization of actions. The psychological aspect determines the ontogeny (individual development) and phylogeny of human culture. The symbolic aspect helps understand a reality that is beyond human understanding.
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The article covers the issue of professional self-identification of future specialists. The meaning of the concept of "self-identification" has been revealed, the circle of related concepts highlighted, and the process of self-ide...
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The article covers the issue of professional self-identification of future specialists. The meaning of the concept of "self-identification" has been revealed, the circle of related concepts highlighted, and the process of self-identification in the context of personal self-determination analyzed. The purpose and objectives of the study have led to the need for a comprehensive use of the basic general scientific methods which are interchangeable at different stages of study. Among them, we should point out theoretical methods (scientific analysis, comparison, systematization, classification, integration of information obtained from psychological, pedagogical literature to design the scholarly apparatus of the study) and empirical research methods (diagnostic techniques: observation, surveying, testing). Professional self-identification is a very important component in the path of professional development of a would-be specialist, as a future teacher must not only have theoretical knowledge and empirical skills, he must also clearly understand the purpose, objects, means, possible difficulties, prospects of his activity, etc. Based on the psychological and pedagogical analysis of scholarly ideas, the meaning and content of definitions, concepts, and conceptual provisions revealing the specific features of the future educators' professional self-identification have been established. It has been proved that a teacher is one of the most responsible professions; helping people, he must be able to maintain aloofness as well as provide professional assistance, and for this, he requires a high level of professional training. It has been determined that the concept of "professional self-identification" correlates with such currently popular notions as self-determination, self-actualization, self-fulfillment, and self-awareness. The study materials may be applied when preparing the lectures on pedagogical subjects such as Pedagogy, History of Pedagogy, Educational and Developmental Psychology, Methodology of Pedagogical Work.
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Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to apply a hybrid neuro-fuzzy paradigm called self-organizing neuro-fuzzy multilayered classifier (SONeFMUC) to classify the operating faults of a hydraulic system. The main motivation behind...
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Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to apply a hybrid neuro-fuzzy paradigm called self-organizing neuro-fuzzy multilayered classifier (SONeFMUC) to classify the operating faults of a hydraulic system. The main motivation behind the use of SONeFMUC is to attest the capabilities of neuro-fuzzy classifier for handling the difficulties associated with fault diagnosis of hydraulic circuits. Design/methodology/approach - In the proposed methodology, first, the neuro-fuzzy nodes at each layer of the SONeFMUC are trained separately using two well-known bio-inspired algorithms, i.e. a semi deterministic method with random walks called co-variance matrix adaptation evolutionary strategy (CMA-ES) and a swarm-based explorer with adaptive fuzzified parameters (SBEAFP). Thereafter, a revised version of the group method data handling (GMDH) policy that uses the Darwinian concepts such as truncation selection and elitism is engaged to connect the nodes of different layers in an effective manner. Findings - Based on comparative numerical experiments, the authors conclude that integration of neuro-fuzzy method and bio-inspired supervisor results in a really powerful classification tool beneficial for uncertain environments. It is proved that the method outperforms some well-known classifiers such as support vector machine (SVM) and particle swarm optimization-based SVM (PSO-SVM). Besides, it is indicated that an efficient bio-inspired method can effectively adjust the constructive parameters of the multi-layered neuro-fuzzy classifier. For the case, it is observed that designing a fuzzy controller for PSO predisposes it to effectively balance the exploration/exploitation capabilities, and consequently optimize the structure of SONeFMUC. Originality/value - The originality of the paper can be considered from both numerical and practical points of view. The signals obtained through the data acquisition possess six different features in order for the hydraulic system to undergo four types of faults, i.e. cylinder fault, pump fault, valve leakage fault and rupture of the piping system. Besides, to elaborate on the authenticity and efficacy of the proposed method, its performance is compared with well-known rival techniques.
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Abstract Previous studies have shown that identification and self-referencing can both function as mechanisms of narrative persuasion. However, it is not yet clear whether they are compatible and can work together in bringing abou...
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Abstract Previous studies have shown that identification and self-referencing can both function as mechanisms of narrative persuasion. However, it is not yet clear whether they are compatible and can work together in bringing about persuasive effects of narratives, or not. Therefore, this study examines both identification and self-referencing and studies their relation and effects. A 2x2 between-subjects experiment was conducted among 185 student participants, with the factors ‘perspective’ (1st vs. 3rd person) to influence identification and ‘similarity’ (young student protagonist vs. older working protagonist) to influence self-referencing. Results showed that identification mediated indirect effects of perspective on story-consistent belief and self-referencing mediated indirect effects of similarity on story-consistent belief. Moreover, identification and self-referencing serially mediated indirect effects on story-consistent belief. These results indicate that identification and self-referencing are compatible processes which can work together as mechanisms of narrative persuasion.
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Identification and transportation are believed to be major moderators of the impact of media consumption on its consumers. A study (Ar= 118) was conducted to examine the effects of identification and transportation on activation o...
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Identification and transportation are believed to be major moderators of the impact of media consumption on its consumers. A study (Ar= 118) was conducted to examine the effects of identification and transportation on activation of media concepts in the "real world" lives of media consumers. Results indicated that under conditions of high identification, participants temporarily displayed increased activation of trait characteristics displayed by a character in a film clip within their self-concept. Supportive albeit inconsistent evidence of a similar role for transportation was also obtained. These findings indicate that traits exhibited by media characters may spill over into the self-concept of the viewer, and identification and transportation appear to play a significant role in such increased activation.
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The study of inter-group relations has seen a renewed emphasis on emotion. Various frameworks converge on the general conceptualisation of group-level emotions, with respect to their antecedent appraisals and implications for inte...
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The study of inter-group relations has seen a renewed emphasis on emotion. Various frameworks converge on the general conceptualisation of group-level emotions, with respect to their antecedent appraisals and implications for inter-group relations. However, specific points of divergence remain unresolved regarding terminology and operationalisation, as well as the role of self-relevance (e.g., self-categorisation, in-group identification) in moderating the strength of emotion that individuals feel about groups and their inter-relations. In this chapter we first present a typology of group-level emotions in order to classify current conceptual and empirical approaches, differentiating them along the dimensions of the (individual or group) subject and object of emotion. The second section reviews evidence for the claim that individuals feel stronger group-level emotions about things that are relevant to their self-concept, with emphasis on three indicators of self-relevance: domain relevance, self-categorisation as an in-group member, and in-group identification. Implications for, and future directions in, the study of emotion in inter-group relations are discussed.
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PurposeThis study aims to understand the specific attributes of a brands color identity in an investigation of the relationship between color identity, brand association and other factors, including brand loyalty.Design/methodolog...
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PurposeThis study aims to understand the specific attributes of a brands color identity in an investigation of the relationship between color identity, brand association and other factors, including brand loyalty.Design/methodology/approachFocus group interviews and open-ended questions were used initially to create items for the survey. After excluding insincere responses, 781 responses to the questionnaire were used for the analysis. Structural equation modeling was performed to test the hypotheses.FindingsThe results reveal that sub-factors that comprise the color identity construct are closely related to the components of brand association. All components of brand association, including brand attribution, brand benefits and brand attitude, were shown to have a positive impact on brand self-identification. In turn, brand self-identification was shown to have a positive impact on brand loyalty.Research limitations/implicationsThe generalizability of the studys findings is limited insofar as only three components of the visual identity of the airline company under study its logo, airplane exteriors and cabin attendants uniforms were used for the color image analysis.Practical implicationsIn marketing, color choices play a critical role in building brand identity as they positively affect a companys brand association in consumers minds. Previous studies on airline brands have focused mainly on systematic factors related to service, prices and scheduling.Originality/valueRegarding brand identity, color is an important factor in visual communication. Among the psychological functions of color, it has a communication function that can most directly and effectively deliver message and meaning of a company to consumers.
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