Chapter 1

Question 1

Definition
Personality

Answer 1

A pattern of relatively permanent traits and unique characteristics that give both consistency and individuality to a persons behavior

Question 2

Def
Theory

Answer 2

A set of related assumptions that allows scientists to use logic and deductive reasoning to formulate testable hypothesis

Question 3

Philosophy

Answer 3

Broader than theory

Question 4

Speculation

Answer 4

Tied to empirical data and science

Question 5

What’s the relationship between theory and hypothesis

Answer 5

Theory generates the hypothesis

Question 6

Falsifiable

Answer 6

With data, you can either disprove or confirm it
Ex- the earth is the center of the solar system
Non falsifiable- if I see a black cat, I’ll have bad luck

Question 7

Taxonomy

Answer 7

Classification of things according to their natural relationship

Question 8

What makes a theory useful

Answer 8

-generates research
-is falsifiable
-organizes data
-guides action
-internally consistent
-parsimonious (simple and straightforward)

Question 9

Key tenants of psychoanalytic theory:

Answer 9

Human behavior is influenced by unconscious memories, thoughts and urges

Question 10

6 key demensions for each theory

Answer 10

1. Determinism vs free will
   2.pessimism vs optimism
   3.causality vs teleology
   4.conscious vs unconscious determinates of behavior
   5.biological vs social influence of personality
   6.uniqueness vs similarities