Personality Flashcards
predispositional theories
= theories that Describe
Process theories
= theory that explains
temperament
= innate personality dispositions that are determined biologically and genetically
trait theory
trait = dimensions of personality dispositions (temperament + experiences)
- multi-dimension
- multiple
- stable
Five-factor theory
- five primary traits that determines personality: {OCEAN} = - Openness; - Conscientiousness (self-discipline); - Extraversion; - Agreeableness; - Neuroticism
16 personality factor questionnaire
NEO-PI
Neo-personality Inventory
MMPI
Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory
- used mostly in clinical settings
dimension used to determine goodness of psychological tests
- Reliability (Consistancy)
- Validity (Accuracy)
Type theory
Type = categories of personality disposition
Hippocrates’ Humour Theory
In ancient times, ppl believe the 4 bodily fluids determined personality
- yellow bile, black bile, body-blood, phlegm
MBTI
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Psychodynamics
focused on
Motivation; Unconsciousness; Mental illness
Freud’s psychodynamic theory
- personality determined by unconsciou motivation
Ego (consciousness) defence mechanism
- preconscious protective behaviour to minimise conflict/anxiety