Aspects of personality

Question 1

Main principles behind Trait perspective

Answer 1

• performer is born with their personality - innate

- characteristics are shown in all situations so it it possible to measure behaviour

Question 2

According to trait perspective, what happens if someone is extroverted

Answer 2

they are outgoing in both sporting situations and outside of sporting situations

Question 3

According to trait perspective, what happens if someone is introverted

Answer 3

they are reserved both on and off the field of play

Question 4

Limitations of trait perspective

Answer 4

• does not consider effects of environment on performer

- doesn’t recognise performers may consciously decide to structure their own personality

Question 5

Main principles behind Social learning perspective

Answer 5

• personality is not innate it is learned

- personality changes according to the situation so behaviour cannot be predicted

Question 6

How does socialisation play apart in social learning

Answer 6

• if behaviour is praised or successful it is highly likely that you will imitate/repeat it.

Question 7

What are the principles behind the interactionist approach

Answer 7

• personality is made up of traits and environmental experiences
• both Trait and social approach are relevant so combined them.