The construction of the self : developmental and sociocultural foundations / Susan Harter.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction: a contemporary approach to self-development -- Developmental differences in self-representations during childhood -- Developmental differences in self-representations during adolescence -- Self-processes during emerging adulthood -- The inextricable link between perceived physical appearance and self-esteem -- Self-conscious emotions -- Self-processes and motivation in the classroom -- Cross-cultural and multicultural considerations -- Reconsidering the self : in search of authenticity -- References -- Index.

An important work from a leading scholar, this book explores self-development from early childhood to adulthood. Susan Harter traces the normative stages that define the emergence of many self-processes, including self-esteem. She also addresses individual differences and societal influences on self-development. Presenting pioneering empirical research, Harter shows that increasingly mature features of the self have both benefits and liabilities for psychological adjustment. The book highlights the causes and consequences of different types of self-representations, including those that are unr.