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Which component of personality operates on the pleasure principle seeking immediate gratification?
Which component of personality operates on the pleasure principle seeking immediate gratification?
- Superego
- Collective Unconscious
- Ego
- Id (correct)
The superego develops before the ego in Freud's theory of personality.
The superego develops before the ego in Freud's theory of personality.
False (B)
What is the primary defense mechanism described by Freud that involves banishing anxiety-inducing thoughts from consciousness?
What is the primary defense mechanism described by Freud that involves banishing anxiety-inducing thoughts from consciousness?
repression
According to Freud, the five psychosexual stages of development are oral, anal, phallic, latency, and __________.
According to Freud, the five psychosexual stages of development are oral, anal, phallic, latency, and __________.
Match the psychological theories to their founders:
Match the psychological theories to their founders:
What does the ego strive to do in relation to the id?
What does the ego strive to do in relation to the id?
Behavior is solely influenced by conscious thoughts according to psychodynamic theories.
Behavior is solely influenced by conscious thoughts according to psychodynamic theories.
What significant life stage does Freud believe shapes our personality development?
What significant life stage does Freud believe shapes our personality development?
Which technique is commonly associated with humanistic psychology?
Which technique is commonly associated with humanistic psychology?
Trait theories suggest that personality traits remain inconsistent across different situations.
Trait theories suggest that personality traits remain inconsistent across different situations.
Who are the two main figures associated with the development of humanistic theories?
Who are the two main figures associated with the development of humanistic theories?
Maslow's hierarchy of needs culminates in ______—the realization of one's full potential.
Maslow's hierarchy of needs culminates in ______—the realization of one's full potential.
Match the personality traits with their descriptions:
Match the personality traits with their descriptions:
What concept explains the continuous influence of behavior, cognition, and environmental factors?
What concept explains the continuous influence of behavior, cognition, and environmental factors?
The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) is used solely for diagnosing physical health issues.
The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) is used solely for diagnosing physical health issues.
What is the spotlight effect in social cognition?
What is the spotlight effect in social cognition?
The collection of beliefs and perceptions about oneself is known as ______.
The collection of beliefs and perceptions about oneself is known as ______.
Which of the following traits is NOT part of the Big Five personality model?
Which of the following traits is NOT part of the Big Five personality model?
What is the role of the superego in Freud's theory of personality?
What is the role of the superego in Freud's theory of personality?
According to psychodynamic theories, much of our behavior is influenced by unconscious forces.
According to psychodynamic theories, much of our behavior is influenced by unconscious forces.
What are the three components of personality in Freud's psychodynamic theory?
What are the three components of personality in Freud's psychodynamic theory?
The five psychosexual stages of development proposed by Freud include oral, anal, phallic, latency, and __________.
The five psychosexual stages of development proposed by Freud include oral, anal, phallic, latency, and __________.
Match the defense mechanisms with their descriptions:
Match the defense mechanisms with their descriptions:
What is the primary focus of Carl Jung’s concept of the collective unconscious?
What is the primary focus of Carl Jung’s concept of the collective unconscious?
Freud believed that childhood experiences do not significantly influence adult behavior.
Freud believed that childhood experiences do not significantly influence adult behavior.
What is the pleasure principle according to Freud?
What is the pleasure principle according to Freud?
The __________ is the part of personality that strives to meet the id's needs in socially acceptable ways.
The __________ is the part of personality that strives to meet the id's needs in socially acceptable ways.
Which stage of Freud's psychosexual development focuses on pleasure derived from interpersonal relationships?
Which stage of Freud's psychosexual development focuses on pleasure derived from interpersonal relationships?
Which of the following best describes self-actualization?
Which of the following best describes self-actualization?
Humanistic psychology emphasizes the inherent goodness and growth potential of individuals.
Humanistic psychology emphasizes the inherent goodness and growth potential of individuals.
What is the primary purpose of projective tests like the Rorschach inkblot test?
What is the primary purpose of projective tests like the Rorschach inkblot test?
Carl Rogers proposed the concept of _______ positive regard as essential for personal growth.
Carl Rogers proposed the concept of _______ positive regard as essential for personal growth.
Match the Big Five personality traits with their descriptions:
Match the Big Five personality traits with their descriptions:
Which of the following methods is NOT part of trait theories?
Which of the following methods is NOT part of trait theories?
The social-cognitive perspective suggests that personality is static and unchanging.
The social-cognitive perspective suggests that personality is static and unchanging.
What does Maslow's hierarchy of needs indicate about human motivation?
What does Maslow's hierarchy of needs indicate about human motivation?
The ______ effect refers to the overestimation of how much others notice our behavior.
The ______ effect refers to the overestimation of how much others notice our behavior.
Which of the following statements is true regarding the trait theories of personality?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the trait theories of personality?
Flashcards
What is the Id?
What is the Id?
The part of the personality that is present from birth and driven by basic instincts and desires, seeking immediate gratification.
What is the Ego?
What is the Ego?
The part of the personality that emerges in early childhood and acts as a mediator between the Id and the Superego, balancing desires with reality.
What is the Superego?
What is the Superego?
The part of the personality that develops later, internalizing societal morals and ideals, acting as a conscience.
What is Repression?
What is Repression?
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What are Freud's Psychosexual Stages?
What are Freud's Psychosexual Stages?
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What is the Collective Unconscious?
What is the Collective Unconscious?
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What is a Defense Mechanism?
What is a Defense Mechanism?
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What is the Psychodynamic Perspective?
What is the Psychodynamic Perspective?
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Psychodynamic Theory
Psychodynamic Theory
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Humanistic Theory
Humanistic Theory
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Self-Actualization
Self-Actualization
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Trait Theory
Trait Theory
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Big Five Personality Traits
Big Five Personality Traits
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Social-Cognitive Perspective
Social-Cognitive Perspective
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Spotlight Effect
Spotlight Effect
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Self-Concept
Self-Concept
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Therapeutic Techniques in Personality Assessment
Therapeutic Techniques in Personality Assessment
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Unconditional Positive Regard
Unconditional Positive Regard
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Psychodynamic Perspective
Psychodynamic Perspective
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What is the structure of personality according to Freud?
What is the structure of personality according to Freud?
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What are Freud's stages of psychosexual development?
What are Freud's stages of psychosexual development?
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What are defense mechanisms?
What are defense mechanisms?
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What is the key idea behind the humanistic perspective?
What is the key idea behind the humanistic perspective?
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How do trait theories explain personality?
How do trait theories explain personality?
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What is the social-cognitive perspective on personality?
What is the social-cognitive perspective on personality?
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What is the spotlight effect?
What is the spotlight effect?
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What is self-concept?
What is self-concept?
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What are some therapeutic techniques used in personality assessment?
What are some therapeutic techniques used in personality assessment?
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Study Notes
Personality Theories Overview
- Personality encompasses patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving, shaped by biological, psychological, and environmental factors.
- Various theories (psychodynamic, humanistic, trait, and social-cognitive) offer varying perspectives on personality development and function.
- Personality is a central concept in psychology, comprising characteristic patterns defining individuals that arise from a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and environmental influences.
Psychodynamic Perspective
- Focuses on unconscious influences and early childhood experiences.
- Freud's structural model: id (pleasure principle), ego (reality principle), and superego (moral compass); the id operating on the pleasure principle seeking immediate gratification, the ego emerging in early childhood focusing on the reality principle by meeting the id's needs in socially acceptable ways, while the superego forming later embodying moral compass and ideals.
- Psychosexual stages: oral, anal, phallic, latency, and genital, each delineating a specific focus of pleasure and pivotal moments shaping personality development.
- Defense mechanisms (e.g., repression) protect the ego from anxiety. Repression, banishing anxiety-inducing thoughts from consciousness, serves as a primary defense mechanism.
- Collective unconscious (Jung): shared memories and experiences influence identity.
- Implications for therapy: free association, projective tests (e.g., Rorschach, TAT).
- Early childhood experiences significantly influence present behaviors and interactions.
- Projective tests such as Rorschach inkblot and Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) aim to uncover underlying thoughts and feelings, facilitating self-awareness and personal growth.
Humanistic Theories
- Emphasizes individual potential and conscious experiences.
- Self-actualization: realizing one's full potential.
- Maslow's hierarchy of needs: progression towards self-actualization.
- Self-transcendence: seeking meaning and purpose beyond the self.
- Unconditional positive regard (Rogers): nurturing environment fosters self-acceptance.
- Self-concept: beliefs and perceptions about oneself are crucial, organizing thoughts, feelings, and actions serving as a barometer for overall mental well-being.
- Humanistic theories contrast with deterministic views of psychodynamic theory.
- Emphasizes the inherent goodness and growth potential of individuals.
Trait Theories
- Focuses on consistent patterns of behavior (traits).
- Big Five personality traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.
- Continuum of traits allows for individual differences; for example, individuals show varying degrees of extraversion influencing social engagement and experience processing.
- Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI): empirically derived test for personality and emotional disorders; used clinically to identify emotional disorders and assess personality traits.
- Facilitates a deeper understanding of personality in various contexts.
Social-Cognitive Perspective
- Emphasizes interplay between personal traits and social contexts.
- Reciprocal determinism: behavior, cognition, and environment influence each other.
- Personality is a dynamic interaction, not a static construct.
- Spotlight effect: overestimating others' awareness of one's behavior; this self-consciousness can affect self-esteem which is directly related to personality.
- Individual's self-concept interacts with internal perceptions and external feedback, shaping behavior and influencing personal development.
Interconnectedness of Theories
- Studying personality is complex; various theories provide a comprehensive understanding.
- Combined frameworks illuminate the multifaceted nature of personality.
- The interplay of personal experiences, motivations, social interactions, and innate characteristics define individual personalities.
- Study of personality is inherently complex, shaped by various psychological theories that provide a fuller picture of human behavior.
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