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Self-presentation – a Precondition for Social Interaction

Theoretical Aspects

Author(s): Nikolay Zhilkov
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Psychology, Psychology of Self
Published by: Тракийски университет
Keywords: self-presentation; self-image; impression management; symbolic interaction; prosocial

Summary/Abstract: The current article presents some of the theoretical aspects of self-presentation describing different points of view on the issue. The ideas of Erving Goffman, Edward Jones, Barry Schlenker, Roy Baumeister and others are being explored. Concepts related to to self-presentation are presented. Different types and functions of self-expression are identified.

  • Issue Year: 2018
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 60-65
  • Page Count: 6
  • Language: Bulgarian