Flashcards on Personality Psychology

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What does the Big Five personality trait test measure?

The Big Five personality trait test measures Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness and Neuroticism

What are the two main theories of motivation in personality psychology?

The two main theories of motivation in personality psychology are the psychoanalytic theory and the humanistic theory

What is self-actualization in the context of personality psychology?

Self-actualization refers to the innate desire of every human to realize their full potential and become the best version of themselves

What is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)?

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a personality test that measures an individual's psychological preference in how they perceive the world and make decisions

What is the difference between introversion and extraversion?

Introversion refers to the tendency to focus on one's internal thoughts and feelings, while extraversion refers to the tendency to focus on external stimuli and social interactions

What is the role of genetics in personality development?

Genetics play a role in personality development, but it is also influenced by environmental factors such as upbringing and life experiences

What is the difference between trait theories and psychoanalytic theories of personality?

Trait theories focus on identifying and measuring specific personality traits, while psychoanalytic theories focus on the unconscious mind and the childhood experiences that shape personality

What is the self-concept in personality psychology?

The self-concept refers to an individual's perception of their own abilities, traits and characteristics

What is the difference between self-esteem and self-efficacy?

Self-esteem refers to an individual's subjective evaluation of their worth and value, while self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to succeed in a specific task or situation

What is the difference between repression and suppression in psychoanalytic theory?

Repression refers to the unconscious act of removing thoughts and impulses from conscious awareness, while suppression involves a conscious effort to not think about or suppress certain thoughts or feelings

What are the stages of Erikson's psychosocial theory of personality development?

Erikson's psychosocial theory of personality development includes eight stages, each with a unique crisis or conflict that an individual must resolve in order to develop a healthy personality

What is the difference between a defense mechanism and coping mechanism?

Defense mechanisms are unconscious strategies that protect the ego from anxiety, while coping mechanisms are conscious strategies that help an individual deal with stress and adversity

What is the difference between self-report measures and behavioral measures of personality?

Self-report measures rely on an individual's own perceptions and descriptions of their personality, while behavioral measures observe an individual's actual behavior in different situations and settings

What is the impact of culture on personality development?

Culture can shape an individual's personality by influencing values, beliefs, and social norms that determine how individuals express and regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors

What is the difference between internal and external locus of control?

Internal locus of control refers to an individual's belief that they have control over their own life and outcomes, while external locus of control refers to the belief that factors outside of one's control determine their outcomes

What does the Big Five personality trait test measure?

The Big Five personality trait test measures Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness and Neuroticism

What are the two main theories of motivation in personality psychology?

The two main theories of motivation in personality psychology are the psychoanalytic theory and the humanistic theory

What is self-actualization in the context of personality psychology?

Self-actualization refers to the innate desire of every human to realize their full potential and become the best version of themselves

What is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)?

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a personality test that measures an individual's psychological preference in how they perceive the world and make decisions

What is the difference between introversion and extraversion?

Introversion refers to the tendency to focus on one's internal thoughts and feelings, while extraversion refers to the tendency to focus on external stimuli and social interactions

What is the role of genetics in personality development?

Genetics play a role in personality development, but it is also influenced by environmental factors such as upbringing and life experiences

What is the difference between trait theories and psychoanalytic theories of personality?

Trait theories focus on identifying and measuring specific personality traits, while psychoanalytic theories focus on the unconscious mind and the childhood experiences that shape personality

What is the self-concept in personality psychology?

The self-concept refers to an individual's perception of their own abilities, traits and characteristics

What is the difference between self-esteem and self-efficacy?

Self-esteem refers to an individual's subjective evaluation of their worth and value, while self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to succeed in a specific task or situation

What is the difference between repression and suppression in psychoanalytic theory?

Repression refers to the unconscious act of removing thoughts and impulses from conscious awareness, while suppression involves a conscious effort to not think about or suppress certain thoughts or feelings

What are the stages of Erikson's psychosocial theory of personality development?

Erikson's psychosocial theory of personality development includes eight stages, each with a unique crisis or conflict that an individual must resolve in order to develop a healthy personality

What is the difference between a defense mechanism and coping mechanism?

Defense mechanisms are unconscious strategies that protect the ego from anxiety, while coping mechanisms are conscious strategies that help an individual deal with stress and adversity

What is the difference between self-report measures and behavioral measures of personality?

Self-report measures rely on an individual's own perceptions and descriptions of their personality, while behavioral measures observe an individual's actual behavior in different situations and settings

What is the impact of culture on personality development?

Culture can shape an individual's personality by influencing values, beliefs, and social norms that determine how individuals express and regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors

What is the difference between internal and external locus of control?

Internal locus of control refers to an individual's belief that they have control over their own life and outcomes, while external locus of control refers to the belief that factors outside of one's control determine their outcomes

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