According to self-verification theory,when our self-concepts are negative:

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According to self-verification theory, when our self-concepts are negative, we want others to perceive us in the same way that we perceive ourselves. This is because consistency between our self-concept and other's perception is important for our sense of coherence and predictability in social interactions. Therefore, we seek confirmation and validation from others of our negative self-concept, even if it means being evaluated negatively.

According to Self-Verification Theory,when Our Self-Concepts Are Negative