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mspears3

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on: Jun 20, 2018
From a developmental standpoint, how might we explain Laura's preoccupation with her appearance?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Explain the effectiveness of the checkmark strategy with regard to components of self-regulation it may foster.
 
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brittanywood

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Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

For many adolescents, physical appearance and social acceptance play far more important roles in their self-esteem and overall sense of self than does academic achievement. Furthermore, Laura believes that everyone is watching her most of the time and so will surely notice if she isn't looking her best. Such a belief reflects the imaginary audience that some developmental theorists

Answer to Question 2

Self-regulation is the process of setting goals for oneself and engaging in behaviors and cognitive processes that lead to goal completion. Components possibly related to the strategy's effectiveness include the following:
 Self-monitoring: Nicole is observing and keeping track of her own behavior.
 Goal-setting: Possibly Nicole sets a goal she tries to meet each day (e.g., I'm going to try to get no more than five checkmarks today).
 Self-evaluation: As Nicole monitors her behavior, she may also be judging it


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