Written for nursing school: Self-concept is the capability of being able to see ourselves "from the outside"; the picture we gain of how other see us.

SELF-CONCEPT Self-concept is the capability of being able to see ourselves "from the outside"; the picture we gain of how other see us. This picture affects the way in which we take care of ourselves physically, emotionally, and in the way we treat others. People who have a low self-concept may feel that they are not worth others attention or care. The development of self-concept does not always depend on accurate evaluations. Even if we …

…nurse I am responsible for creating a good atmosphere for a patients self-concept. Ultimately I am optimistic that some people may gain from their own experiences, just as I have. WORKS CITED Perry & Potter(2001). Fundamentals of Nursing (5th edition). St. Louis, Mo: Mosby 158, 162-163, 541-563 Henslin, J (2001). Sociology (5th edition) Nedham Heights, MA: Allyn & Bacon 63-90 Hales, D. (1989). An Invitation to Health (4th edition) Benjamin Cummings, 12-18 Antelope Valley Resource Manual Fall 2001: 78-80