W2 Chapter 4.11 - Problems and Prospects for the Trait Perspective Flashcards

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What are the two criticisms of the trait perspective?

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  1. The trait approach has little to say about intrapersonal functioning (getting from trait to action)
  2. trait theories sometimes use circular explanations (i.e. the existence of the behaviour identifies the trait which in turn influences the behaviour)
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