Personality Flashcards
Definition of personality
a unique psychological makeup
What does the trait theory suggest about nature?
That we are born with innate characteristics called traits. They are stable, consistent, and enduring.
What does the social learning theory suggest about nurture?
That behaviour is learnt from significant others by socialisation.
Definition of socialisation
Developing personality traits by associating and learning from others.
2 types:
- primary is from family
- secondary is from school, media
Definition of vicarious learning
when a person is motivated to learn by watching someone else work and be rewarded.
What process sets out Bandura’s social learning theory?
Observe —> Identify—> Reinforce—> Copy
What is the interactionist perspective?
a theory that combines trait and social learning theory to predict behaviour in certain situations.
What is Lewin’s formula?
B = f(P x E)
What are the 3 components to the Hollander Approach to Interactionist theory?
The Core - values and beliefs of the performer
Typical responses - the use of inherent traits displayed to certain situations.
Role related behaviour- performer may adapt a specific role when the situation demands.
What does the hollander approach suggest?
the more the environment has an influence,the more likely the behaviour is to change.
Definition of credulous and sceptical approach
■ Credulous Approach- you believe the theories. You accept a link that personality can predict behaviour
■ Sceptical Approach- you don’t believe them. You doubt the link that personality can predict behaviour
