18 Questions
What dimension did Eysenck propose in addition to Extraversion vs. Introversion and Neuroticism vs. Stability?
Psychoticism vs. Sociability
Which characteristics are associated with a person who scores high on the psychoticism dimension?
Hostile, egocentric, and antisocial
What test is commonly used for studying the dimensions of personality proposed by Eysenck?
Eysenck Personality Questionnaire
Who contributed significantly to the psychodynamic approach to studying personality?
Sigmund Freud
In his clinical practice, what method did Sigmund Freud initially use to treat people with physical and emotional problems?
Hypnosis
Which aspect of personality was addressed by the new formulation that provides a novel scheme of organizing traits?
Trait approach
What is the main focus of the humanistic approach to personality?
Emphasizing interpersonal forces and individual growth
Which psychological theorist advocated for a trait approach to personality?
Allport
According to the psychodynamic approach, what is personality discussed in terms of?
Unconscious conflicts and internal forces
What is the central idea behind the typological approach to describing personality?
Describing personality in terms of a few distinct types
How do post-Freudian theorists differ from Freud in their focus on personality?
They emphasize interpersonal forces and contemporary circumstances
In the context of psychological approaches to personality, what does the term 'self-reinforcement' refer to?
Observing one's behavior and rewarding oneself for desired actions
Which approach focuses on the subjective experiences of individuals and their choices?
Humanistic approach
What did Rogers emphasize in relation to personality?
The relationship between 'real self' and 'ideal self'
Which psychological approach views personality as the response of an individual to the environment?
Behavioural approach
In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which needs are considered higher-order needs?
Development related needs
Which personality assessment technique involves using projective tests like the Rorschach Inkblot Test?
Thematic Apperception Test
Which psychologist discussed personality in terms of the interplay of needs that motivate people?
Maslow
Explore the key theories in personality psychology by prominent psychologists like Jung, Fromm, Adler, Horney, and Erikson. Learn about different approaches such as the behavioural approach and cultural approach to understanding personality formation.
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