vertailutapaikäisyys
Vertailutapaikäisyys refers to the phenomenon where individuals, particularly children and adolescents, compare themselves to others who are similar to them in age and developmental stage. This comparison process is a natural part of social development and plays a significant role in shaping self-perception, identity, and behavior.
The primary purpose of vertailutapaikäisyys is to gain information about oneself by using peers as a benchmark.
Social comparison theory, developed by Leon Festinger, provides a framework for understanding this behavior. It suggests
The impact of vertailutapaikäisyys is influenced by various factors, including the individual's self-esteem, the context of