Person-Environment Transactions Quiz

According to the passage, what is the primary focus of the trait approach in personality psychology?

Investigating the interaction between biological and environmental factors in shaping personality traits
Understanding the influence of situational factors on behavior
Differentiating individuals based on their psychological characteristics (correct)
Exploring the impact of unconscious processes on personality development

What is the paradox of personality development according to the passage?

Personality traits also show some degree of change over the lifespan (correct)
Personality traits are solely determined by genetics
Personality development is influenced only by environmental factors
Personality traits are stable over time

What evidence supports the stability of personality traits according to the passage?

Cross-sectional studies showing significant variations in personality traits
Longitudinal studies demonstrating continuity of traits over time (correct)
The influence of cultural factors on the development of personality traits
The consistency of behaviors across different situations

According to the passage, which of the following is a type of trait approach in personality psychology?

Single trait, Essential trait, Many-trait, Typological (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a person-environment transaction according to the passage?

The passage does not mention the term 'person-environment transaction' (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a key focus of the trait approach in personality psychology?

Exploring the impact of unconscious processes on personality development (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the ongoing interactions between individuals and their environments that shape personality?

The ongoing interactions between individuals and their environments that shape personality (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of person-environment transactions?

Active person-environment transaction: Seeking out environments that match one's personality; Reactive person-environment transaction: Reacting to environmental stimuli based on one's personality; Evocative person-environment transaction: Eliciting responses from others based on one's personality (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the stability of personality over the lifespan?

Generally, personality traits show stability across the lifespan, but some degree of change is also observed, especially during major life transitions (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an active person-environment transaction?

Choosing a career path (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a reactive person-environment transaction?

Reacting to environmental stimuli based on one's personality (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a longitudinal study?

A study that observes individuals over a long period of time, often years or decades, to examine changes in personality and behavior. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do cross-sectional studies indicate about personality traits?

They may indicate age differences in personality traits (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to longitudinal studies, how do personality traits typically change over time?

They mature and become more stable (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between cross-sectional and longitudinal studies' findings on personality development?

They reveal individual stability and change over time (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do longitudinal studies differ from cross-sectional studies regarding the stability of personality traits?

Longitudinal studies suggest less stability with age (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of personality change that longitudinal studies focus on?

Individual stability and change over time (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of personality trait research, what does the amygdala primarily regulate?

Emotional processing and response (C) Signup and view all the answers