Social Comparison and Milestone Anxiety

The video discusses 'Milestone Anxiety,' a term used to describe the pressure of achieving life milestones at socially expected times. It explores how this anxiety can persist into parenthood and is influenced by social comparison, where individuals evaluate their progress by comparing themselves to others. This behavior, while sometimes beneficial, can lead to anxiety if it results in feelings of inadequacy.

What is Milestone Anxiety primarily associated with?

• The fear of public speaking

• The stress of financial planning

• The pressure to achieve life goals at specific times

• The anxiety of traveling alone

How does Milestone Anxiety manifest in parents?

• Worrying about their children's milestones

• Concern over their own career progress

• Anxiety about financial stability

• Fear of social gatherings

What psychological concept helps explain the origin of Milestone Anxiety?

• Operant conditioning

• Self-actualization

• Social comparison

• Cognitive dissonance

Why do humans often compare themselves to others?

• To feel superior

• To gather information on what they should be doing

• To avoid social interactions

• To increase their self-esteem

What is a potential negative outcome of social comparison?

• Heightened anxiety

• Improved decision-making

• Enhanced social skills

• Increased self-confidence

How can social comparison be beneficial?

• By providing standards to evaluate and adjust behavior

• By increasing stress levels

• By causing social isolation

• By leading to unrealistic expectations

What might students ask after receiving their exam results?

• What is the lowest score?

• What is the passing grade?

• What is the class average?

• What is the highest score?