Researchers generally conceive of "self-esteem" as how you feel about yourself. They distinguish this from "self- concept," which is
A) what others think about you.
B) the kind of person you believe yourself to be.
C) what psychologists can determine empirically through personality tests.
D) the unconscious view you hold of yourself.

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Self-concept refers to the beliefs and ideas one has about themselves, including their personality traits, abilities, and values. It is a more comprehensive and complex view of oneself, while self-esteem is a more emotional evaluation of how one feels about themselves. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately describe self-concept.

Researchers Generally Conceive of "Self-Esteem" as How You Feel About