Intro Flashcards
personality originated from the word ______ which was derived from the theoretical masks worn by Romans in Greek and Latin drama
persona
to sound through
per & sonare
totality of an individual’s qualities
personality
determinants of one’s unique adjustment to the environment:
- temperament
- interest
- ability
- habits
personality is a relatively ____ trait
permanent
can personality be explained in a linear manner
no
relatively permanent individual characteristic
personality as a trait
temporary change in one’s personality
state
state is usually used to describe a person’s _____
reaction to something
factors that determine and influence personality
- genetics and hereditary
- environmental
- cultural
genetics and hereditary factors include
- external attributes
- internal attributes
pertains to the physical traits
external attributes
pertains to the condition of the nervous system, endocrine system, and IQ
internal attributes
environmental factors include:
- primary group
- secondary group
examples of primary group
- family
- playmates
- neighborhood
examples of secondary group
- school
- environment
- classmates
- teachers
- organizations/clubs
- exposure to different forms of media
cultural factors include:
- smooth interpersonal relations (SIR)
- hiya
- bahala na
- ningas-kugon
- utang na loob
- hospitality
- amoral familism
- filipino time
- crab mentality
- amor proprio
an ability to get along with others in such a way that any signs of conflicts are avoided
smooth interpersonal relations
SIR includes
- pakikisama
- go-between
- euphemism
peer pressure
pakikisama
channel or bridge; security blanket
go-between
indirect way of criticism; making use of flowery words
euphemism