Personality And Attitude Flashcards
Define personality
The sum of an individuals characteristics which make them unique
What is trait theory
Inherited or genetically predetermined qualities
Give three characteristics of type A personality
Tends to become highly aroused
Prone to excessive anxiety
Impatient with themselves and others
Work fast and are ambitious
Tendency towards aggression
Highly competitive and likes to control
Give three characteristics type B personality
Able to control arousal/keep low
Can relax and subdue anxiety
Patient with themselves and others
Cool under pressure
Passive
Less competitive then type A
Define attitude
An emotional response that influences behaviour and brings about an individuals typical actions towards an attitude object
Give three factors affecting attitude formation
Media
Cultural factors
Education influences
Role models
Religious beliefs
Peers influence the formation of attitudes
The norms of a social group
What is the affective component of attitude
The emotional aspect of attitude
What is the cognitive component of attitude
The belief or knowledge a person has about the attitude object
What is the behavioural component of attitude
The response or behaviour toward the attitude object
