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Who developed the first comprehensive theory of personality?

Sigmund Freud

The Thematic Apperception Test is a projective test in which people are presented with ambiguous images.

True

The concept of ______ suggests that people choose to move to places that are compatible with their personalities and needs.

selective migration

The ______ approach to the study of personality came about in reaction to the dominance of Western approaches in non-Western settings.

<p>indigenous</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ theorists attempt to explain our personality by identifying our stable characteristics and ways of behaving.

<p>trait</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who believed that our personality traits are influenced by our genetic inheritance?

<p>Hans and Sybil Eysenck</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ describes a proportion of difference among people that is attributed to genetics.

<p>heritability</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ personality is anxious, self-conscious, artistic, thoughtful, quiet, and private.

<p>ectomorph</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who designed the first comprehensive system of constitutional psychology?

<p>William H. Sheldon</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ is a state of being in which our thoughts about our real and ideal selves are very similar.

<p>congruence</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who developed social cognitive theory?

<p>Albert Bandura</p> Signup and view all the answers

Self-efficacy is what?

<p>our level of confidence in our own abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

Because we have developed certain response tendencies, ______ believe that we demonstrate consistent behavior patterns.

<p>B.F. Skinner</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ refers to the common psychological tendencies passed down from one generation to the next.

<p>collective unconscious</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed the locus of control concept?

<p>Julian Rotter</p> Signup and view all the answers

An archetype is a ______ that exists in our collective unconscious across cultures and societies.

<p>pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who suggested that men have womb envy because they cannot give birth?

<p>Karen Horney</p> Signup and view all the answers

Carl Jung's view of extroverted and introverted types serves as a basis of the ______.

<p>Myers-Briggs Type Indicator</p> Signup and view all the answers

Carl Jung referred to the ______ as the mask we adopt.

<p>persona</p> Signup and view all the answers

A ______ complex refers to the feeling that one lacks worth and doesn't measure up to society's standards.

<p>inferiority</p> Signup and view all the answers

A ______ locus of control is the belief that our outcomes are outside of our control, and ______ locus of control is the belief we control our outcomes.

<p>external, internal</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Hippocrates' theory of personality, what bodily humor was associated with choleric temperament?

<p>yellow bile from liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

Asa is buying a gift for his mother and says 'smother' instead of 'mother'. What is this an example of?

<p>Freudian slip</p> Signup and view all the answers

The traits openness, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism are key components of the ______.

<p>5 factor model</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sigmund Freud suggested that people who are dominated by their ______ might be narcissistic and impulsive.

<p>id</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ uses images and storytelling that relate to Hispanic culture.

<p>TEMAS</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ina can no longer read street signs but refuses to admit she needs glasses. This is an example of what?

<p>denial</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Galen, the ______ person is passionate, ambitious, and bold.

<p>choleric</p> Signup and view all the answers

After Mike does not get a job, he moves back in with his parents and plays video games. This is an example of what?

<p>regression</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dr. Grimes conducts a ______ by requesting that his patient respond to ambiguous stimuli, thus revealing hidden feelings, impulses, and desires.

<p>projective test</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Sigmund Freud, an adult who smokes, drinks, overeats, or bites their nails is fixated in the ______ stage.

<p>oral</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is composed of a series of true and false questions in order to establish an individual's clinical profile.

<p>MMPI</p> Signup and view all the answers

If parents are too lenient, the ______ child might become messy, careless, and prone to emotional outbursts.

<p>anal</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ Inkblot Test employs a series of symmetrical inkblot cards presented to a client by psychologists in an effort to reveal unconscious desires.

<p>Rorschach</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which period are sexual feelings dormant as children focus on school and sports?

<p>latency</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ Concerning Blacks Test is a projective test designed to be culturally relevant to African-Americans using images that relate to their culture.

<p>Contemporized themes</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the ______ stage, there is a sexual awakening as the incestuous urges resurface.

<p>genital</p> Signup and view all the answers

Karen Horney suggested ways to cope with day-to-day problems; these strategies could ______ if used rigidly and compulsively.

<p>become neurotic strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ingrid is energized by being alone. Carl Jung would call her a(n) ______.

<p>introvert</p> Signup and view all the answers

Immanuel Kant used the terms persistent, steadfast, and calm to describe what?

<p>phlegmatic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Eli seeks attention and acts while thinking later. Jung would describe him as a(n) ______.

<p>extrovert</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hans and Sybil Eysenck viewed people as having two specific personality dimensions: ______.

<p>extroversion/introversion, neuroticism/stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the developmental task of Erick Erickson's second stage of psychosexual development?

<p>autonomy vs shame</p> Signup and view all the answers

Many cultures have stories about heroes. What would Carl Jung say?

<p>archetype</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the developmental task of Erick Erickson's seventh stage focusing on society and family?

<p>generativity vs stagnation</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Max goes to a job interview, he projects professionalism. What would Carl Jung say about Max?

<p>Max adopted a professional persona for his job interview.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the developmental task of Eric Erickson's 8th stage of development that makes sense of life?

<p>integrity vs despair</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Imogene feels anxious, she clings to her mom. What coping strategy is Imogene using?

<p>moving toward people</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Carl Jung's view, the task of integrating unconscious archetypal aspects of the self is part of the ______.

<p>self-realization process</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Marcos is unhappy, he is mean to children and manipulative. What coping strategy is Marcos using?

<p>moving against people</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cognitive processes refer to all characteristics previously learned. What are they?

<p>beliefs and expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Fey feels anxious, she retreats to her closet with a flashlight. What coping method is this?

<p>moving away from people</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Albert Bandura's social cognitive theory, behavior refers to what?

<p>anything an individual does that can be punished or rewarded</p> Signup and view all the answers

Tammy has positive views of challenges. Albert Bandura would say Tammy is what?

<p>high self-efficacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dan avoids applying to college because he doubts he can succeed. This reflects what?

<p>low self-efficacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jessica believes that she succeeds in high school because she works hard and is on the basketball team. Julian Rotter would say she has what?

<p>an internal locus of control</p> Signup and view all the answers

Kim believed he failed math because the tests were too hard and passed psychology because of his professor. Julian Rotter would say he has what?

<p>an external locus of control</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Abraham Maslow, the highest need is what?

<p>self-actualization</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can parents help their children achieve high congruence?

<p>giving them unconditional love</p> Signup and view all the answers

As the 'Third force', ______ is touted as a reaction to both the pessimistic determinism of psychoanalysis.

<p>humanism</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a way we think of personalities?

<p>they are mutable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be changed to make the sentence correct: 'Hippocrates theorized phlegmatic was associated with black bile in the kidneys'?

<p>black bile to white phlegm in the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Sigmund Freud and neo-Freudians?

<p>neo-Freudians reduce emphasis on sex</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Sigmund Freud trained as a doctor, not a psychologist?

<p>there was no such thing as a degree in psychology when he got his education.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Make the statement true: 'Sigmund Freud's unconscious drive influenced by sex and childhood socialization.'

<p>change socialization to sexuality</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following influenced Sigmund Freud's theory of development?

<p>climate of sexual repression</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following theorists is not neo-Freudian?

<p>Albert Bandura</p> Signup and view all the answers

Alfred Adler's main contribution to the theory of personality is what?

<p>suggesting that our birth order shapes our personality</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of Erik Erikson's theory?

<p>personality develops through a lifespan</p> Signup and view all the answers

Carl Jung which of the following best served the goal of self-realization?

<p>balance between extroversion and introversion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Karen Horney's three coping styles which was not one of them?

<p>moving with people</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of applying learning approaches to the study of personality?

<p>scientifically tested</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary finding of the Minnesota Study of Twins Reared Apart?

<p>identical twins have similar personalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is not part of Albert Bandura's social cognitive theory?

<p>reaction formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Summarize the main idea of reciprocal determinism.

<p>Our behavior, cognitive processes, and situational context all influence each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of the behavioral perspective on personality?

<p>shaped by reinforcements and consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What principles of reciprocal determinism are present in observational learning?

<p>personal factors determine behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the marshmallow test?

<p>would you be able to resist getting a small reward now in order to receive a bigger one later?</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is not something Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow have in common?

<p>both theories focus on personality formed in infancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Personality Development and Theories

  • Sigmund Freud is the pioneer of the first comprehensive theory of personality.
  • The Thematic Apperception Test presents participants with ambiguous images to reveal underlying thoughts and feelings.
  • Selective migration refers to the tendency of individuals to relocate to areas that align with their personality and needs.
  • The indigenous approach critiques Western methods of studying personality in cross-cultural contexts.
  • Trait theorists define personality in terms of stable characteristics and consistent behavior patterns.
  • Hans and Sybil Eysenck proposed that genetic inheritance significantly influences personality traits.

Psychological Concepts and Tests

  • Heritability measures the portion of personality differences attributed to genetics.
  • The ectomorph personality type is characterized by anxiousness, artistry, and introversion.
  • William H. Sheldon created the first detailed system of constitutional psychology.
  • Congruence represents the alignment between one's real and ideal self.
  • Albert Bandura is known for developing social cognitive theory, emphasizing the role of observational learning and self-efficacy.

Freud's Psychosexual Development

  • Freudian concepts suggest that behavior patterns stem from mechanisms such as denial and the id, which may lead to traits like narcissism.
  • The collective unconscious consists of shared psychological tendencies passed through generations.
  • The Rorschach Inkblot test is used to uncover hidden feelings through interpretation of symmetrical images.
  • Freud posited that unresolved issues during the oral stage could manifest in adulthood as behaviors like overeating or smoking.

Erikson's Developmental Stages

  • Erik Erikson outlined critical stages of psychosocial development, such as autonomy vs. shame and generativity vs. stagnation.
  • The eighth stage, integrity vs. despair, involves reflection on life meaning.
  • Birth order is suggested by Alfred Adler to shape personality characteristics.

Coping Strategies and Personality Types

  • Karen Horney identified coping strategies such as moving toward, against, or away from people, which can become neurotic if rigidly applied.
  • Carl Jung differentiated between introversion and extroversion, influencing modern personality assessments like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.
  • Jung's concept of the persona symbolizes the social mask individuals wear in various contexts.

Cognitive and Behavioral Perspectives

  • Cognitive processes involve learned beliefs and expectations that shape behavior.
  • Albert Bandura's theory emphasizes the interaction of behavior, cognitive processes, and situational contexts in shaping personality.
  • The marshmallow test evaluates the ability to delay gratification for greater rewards, highlighting self-control traits.

Modern Applications and Implications

  • The Minnesota Study of Twins Reared Apart established that identical twins exhibit similar personality traits, underscoring genetic influences.
  • Humanism emerged as a response to deterministic models, focusing on personal growth and self-actualization.
  • Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow both emphasized unconditional positive regard and self-actualization in personality formation.

General Knowledge

  • Not all theorists fit within Freudian or neo-Freudian frameworks; Albert Bandura is an example of a distinct approach.
  • Primary focuses in personality studies include behavior shaped by reinforcement and expectations based on situational contexts.

Miscellaneous

  • Psychological assessment tools like the MMPI determine clinical profiles through true/false questions.
  • Cultural relevance in testing is exemplified by the TEMAS and Contemporized themes tests, designed to resonate with diverse populations.

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Test your knowledge on key personality theories and concepts, including the insights of Sigmund Freud and the contributions of the Eysencks. Explore various psychological assessments and understand how genetics and cultural perspectives influence personality. Dive into this quiz to see how well you grasp these foundational ideas in psychology.

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