The sociometer theory of self-esteem suggests that personal self-esteem ____.
A) functions as an indicator of how socially acceptable or unacceptable we are
B) is a reflection of how happy or unhappy our social networks are
C) is directly related to the self-esteem levels of the people around us
D) is partially based on how much we value, or esteem, the various social groups that we are part of

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The sociometer theory of self-esteem posits that personal self-esteem functions as an indicator of how much our social relationships are meeting our needs for social acceptance and inclusion, and thus it reflects our perceived social status and level of social acceptance. Personal self-esteem is not necessarily directly related to the self-esteem levels of those around us or how much we value the social groups we are part of, nor is it necessarily a reflection of how happy or unhappy our social networks are.

The Sociometer Theory of Self-Esteem Suggests That Personal Self-Esteem ____