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Chapter 7

Chapter 7. Lesson 2. Did You Know. Recognizing yourself as a unique individual and appreciating your special qualities are part of developing good mental/ emotional health. Your Personal Identity. Your personal identity is your sense of yourself as a unique individual.

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Chapter 7

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  1. Chapter 7 Lesson 2

  2. Did You Know Recognizing yourself as a unique individual and appreciating your special qualities are part of developing good mental/ emotional health.

  3. Your Personal Identity • Your personal identity is your sense of yourself as a unique individual. B. During the teen years, you develop a stronger sense of who you are. As you develop your personal identity, you will consider these aspects of your life: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

  4. Discussion Question Do you think your personal identity should be completely formed by the time you leave your teens? Why or why not?

  5. Your Developmental Assets A. Your developmental assets are the building blocks that help young people grow up as healthy, caring, and responsible individuals. B These developmental assets can be found in many aspects of your life: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

  6. Discussion Question What do you think you can do to strengthen your development asset of support?

  7. Working Toward a Healthy Identity • As you develop a healthy identity, it is important to view your strengths and weaknesses in honest, realistic ways. • Part of developing a healthy identity is demonstrating positive values. • Having a sense of purpose in life can be considered a framework for mental health. • Another part of developing a healthy identity is forming positive, meaningful relationships. • Contributing to your community is part of developing a healthy identity. • Another aspect of developing a healthy identity is avoiding unhealthful risk behaviors.

  8. Self-Esteem and Positive Outlook • When you have a healthy identity, you will experience increased self-esteem and a higher level of mental/ emotional health. B. Having a positive outlook is also directly related to your general level of wellness. C. To increase self-esteem and develop a positive outlook, it’s essential to see events realistically. 1. you might seek constructive criticism 2. pay attention to your own self talk

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