Self 2: Personality Definitions Flashcards
Personality
A persons unique and consistent behavioral and cognitive patterns
Trait theory
A theory that states personality is composed of a number of identifiable unique and enduring characteristics that predispose an individual to behave in a certain way
Trait
A characteristic way in which a person thinks, feels and behaves
Surface traits
Traits that are easily inferred from someone’s normal behavior
Source traits
Fundamental basic dimensions of personality that are harder to infer
Humanistic theory
A theory that personality is what develops as people strive to reach their full potential
Hierarchy of needs
A progression of requirements that must be achieved to reach self actualisation
Actualising tendency
The idea that humans all have the basic motive to fulfil their potential
Concept of self
A persons definition of them self
Unconditional positive regard
Accepting people for what they are without any expectation of change
Social cognitive theory
A theory that personality is developed through a combination of self determined ideals and observational learning
Reciprocal determinism
An explanation of how a person’s behavior is both influenced by and influences their environment and personal factors such as thoughts and feelings
Self efficacy
A belief that one has the ability to achieve an effective outcome
Competencies
Our intellectual capabilities as well as skills
Cognitive strategies
The different perceptions and methods of dealing with of a specific event
