“Part 1 – Choose one theory of identity from Chapter 1 of Mapping Psychology (Book 1) and write an essay describing how it contributes to understanding the identities of people with physical disabilities. [1042 words] TMA 01 Part 2 Ethics questions 1. Explain the problems with the proposed study concerning informed consent. (150 words) [10 marks] 2. Explain three of the other ethical problems raised by the proposed study. (200 words) [15 marks] 3. Suggest a possible improvement to the study and explain the ethical problem(s) this would address. (150 words) [8 marks]”

In this essay Social Constructionism Theories will be discussed as a way to understand how these theories contribute in understanding the identities of people with physical disabilities. Unlike Psychosocial Theory and Social Identity Theory, Social Constructionism theories suggest that identities are constructed through everyday interactions, that is, through social relations.   Language is seen as a powerful tool, and there is no one original theorist behind these theories.

The concept of identity refers to the set of perceptions, beliefs and feelings concerning ourselves. The cohesion between experiences, ideas, values and beliefs is guaranteed by the identity.  The concept of identity is in line with the realization that there is someone who has a personal story, a place in the world, a continuation and a future that belongs to him.  The sense of identity is based on a dual, simult…(short extract)