Self-esteem and Disability
Definitions Self-esteem and self-concept Perceived competence Academic Physical Social
Social Construct of Disability Self-esteem of IWD is shaped by attitudes, beliefs, practices, and policies of society and individuals. Ambivalence Stereotyping Stigmatization Prejudice and discrimination
Psychosocial factors related to physical activity and IWD Motivation to participate Attitudes towards IWD Attributional patterns
Psychosocial Factors (cont.) Affective and coping responses to stress Reynell’s developmental model Self-perception (perceived competence) Lower in clumsy children Improves in IWD who participate in sports
How Social Factors Influence Self-Perceptions Reflected appraisal Self-perception based on how person feels others view him/her Social comparisons Comparing your abilities, appearance, etc. to peers Self-fulfilling prophecies Begin to act in way that matches how others treat you