Theories of Personality
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What are self-actualization needs primarily focused on?

  • Realization of one’s potential (correct)
  • Understanding and curiosity
  • Physical security and stability
  • Social acceptance and belonging
  • Which needs are likely to cause feelings of fear and insecurity?

  • Safety Needs (correct)
  • Self-Actualization Needs
  • Cognitive Needs
  • Love and Belongingness Needs
  • What can result from unmet esteem needs?

  • Creativity and self-fulfillment
  • Excitement and curiosity
  • Malnutrition and fatigue
  • Self-doubt and lack of confidence (correct)
  • Cognitive needs are primarily associated with which of the following?

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    What leads to metapathology according to self-actualization needs?

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    Neurotic needs are characterized by which of the following?

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    What does the Body Ego represent in personal identity development?

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    What can lead to aggressive behavior and defensiveness?

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    Which aspect of identity relates to satisfaction with one's self-image?

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    How does the Epigenetic Principle describe the growth of identity?

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    Physiological needs, when unmet, could lead to which of the following?

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    What does Ego Identity primarily refer to?

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    Which of the following describes the conflict in each developmental stage according to the content?

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    In identity development, resolving a paternal mystery contributes to which aspect?

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    What is the main outcome of conflicting elements at each development stage?

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    What identifies the harmony versus disruption aspect in identity development?

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    What does unconditional positive regard entail?

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    What describes the concept of incongruence?

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    Which trait is NOT associated with persons of tomorrow?

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    How do individuals demonstrate integration in their lives?

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    What is meant by defensiveness in the context of self-concept?

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    What is a key characteristic of harmonious relationships?

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    Which aspect does NOT reflect empathy?

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    What does 'living fully in the moment' emphasize for persons of tomorrow?

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    What does the phrase 'existence precedes essence' signify in existentialism?

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    Which central question is reflected in the concept of Dasein?

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    How do existentialists perceive theories in relation to human experience?

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    What does 'Mitwelt' refer to in the context of Dasein?

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    What is the actualizing tendency primarily driven by?

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    What does incongruence refer to in the context of self-concept?

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    In existentialism, what is the significance of searching for meaning in life?

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    Which of the following best describes positive regard?

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    Which mode of Dasein refers to the personal relationship one has with oneself?

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    What is a common criticism of existentialism from a theoretical perspective?

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    What is the ideal self typically associated with?

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    What role does free will play in existentialist thought?

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    Which condition is NOT one of Rogers' key conditions for psychological growth?

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    How does positive self-regard develop according to the provided information?

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    What is the result of maintaining an unhealthy personality according to the concept of self-concept?

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    What is the primary emotion that stems from awareness of nonbeing?

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    Which aspect of self-concept includes all experiences and perceptions of oneself?

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    What psychological response can lead to a limitation in life's richness?

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    Which type of anxiety is described as being proportionate to the threat faced?

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    How is intentionality characterized in the context of anxiety?

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    What is often the result of neurotic guilt?

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    What healthier response is suggested when confronting death?

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    What does the phrase 'to grasp what it means to exist' imply?

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    What does Eigenwelt guilt primarily relate to?

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    Flashcards

    Ego Identity

    Understanding of roles in social contexts; the image of ourselves in various social roles.

    Ego Ideal

    Self-image tied to satisfaction with one's identity; comparing self to an ideal.

    Body Ego

    Awareness of physical self as distinct from others.

    Epigenetic Principle

    Stages of development build upon each other, but earlier stages do not vanish completely.

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    Conflict of Opposites

    Each developmental stage has opposing forces (harmonious vs. disruptive).

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    Syntonic element

    Harmonious element in a developmental stage.

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    Dystonic element

    Disruptive element in a developmental stage.

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    Growth follows the Epigenetic Principle

    Stages of development build on one another and do not replace earlier traits.

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    Self-Actualization Needs

    Needs related to fulfilling one's potential and achieving creativity.

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    Safety Needs

    Needs related to physical and emotional security, stability, and protection.

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    Physiological Needs

    Basic needs for survival, such as food, water, and shelter.

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    Aesthetic Needs

    Needs for beauty and aesthetically pleasing experiences.

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    Cognitive Needs

    Needs to know, understand, solve mysteries, and be curious.

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    Love and Belongingness Needs

    Needs to feel connected, loved, and belonging to a group.

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    Esteem Needs

    Needs for self-respect, confidence, and recognition from others.

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    Neurotic Needs

    Unsatisfied basic needs that lead to negative feelings and behaviors.

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    Actualizing Tendency

    The innate drive to reach one's full potential.

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    Self-Concept

    All our experiences and perceptions of ourselves.

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    Ideal Self

    The person we aspire to be.

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    Positive Regard

    Need to feel loved, valued, and accepted.

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    Positive Self-Regard

    Independent self-worth, stemming from positive regard.

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    Congruence (Rogers)

    Match between a person's thoughts/feelings and actions.

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    Incongruence

    Difference between self-concept and ideal self.

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    Psychological Growth

    The process of becoming a more fully realized person.

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    Unconditional Positive Regard

    Acceptance and love without conditions.

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    Conditions of Worth

    Acceptance from others based on meeting their expectations.

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    Defensiveness

    Protecting the self-concept by distorting or denying threatening experiences.

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    Person of Tomorrow

    Fully functioning individual with adaptability, openness, and trust.

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    Adaptability

    Open to change and not limited by static environments.

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    Openness to experience

    Freely receiving internal and external stimuli.

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    Basic Trust of Human Nature

    Acting with care and responsibility towards others

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    Nonbeing

    The state of not existing or being nonexistent. It can refer to death or the concept of nothingness.

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    Fear of Nonbeing

    Anxiety stemming from the awareness that one's existence can end, often leading to defensive behaviors and limiting life experiences.

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    Authentic Living

    A way of life that embraces the inevitability of death and encourages living life fully and genuinely, without fear of nonbeing.

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    Anxiety

    A subjective state of becoming aware that one's existence can be destroyed, which can lead to fear and distress.

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    Normal Anxiety

    Anxiety that is proportionate to the threat and does not involve repression. It encourages growth and allows for healthy coping.

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    Neurotic Guilt

    Guilt that causes dysfunction, such as depression, indecision, or anxiety. It can be linked to feelings of inadequacy and fear of failure.

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    Eigenwelt Guilt

    Guilt that stems from fear of fulfilling one's potential, leading to procrastination and self-sabotage.

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    Intentionality

    The conscious awareness of oneself and one's existence within the world. It is a fundamental aspect of human consciousness.

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    Existence Precedes Essence

    The idea that our existence comes before any predetermined essence or purpose. We are born into the world without a fixed identity and are free to create our own meaning and values.

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    Anti-Theoretical

    Existentialism rejects grand theories and abstract concepts. Instead, it prioritizes lived experience and individual authenticity.

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    Dasein

    Being-in-the-world. It describes the fundamental unity between a person and their environment, highlighting the interconnectedness of our existence.

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    Umwelt

    One of the three modes of Dasein, it refers to our physical environment and our basic biological needs.

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    Mitwelt

    One of the three modes of Dasein, it refers to our relationships with others and our social interactions.

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    Eigenwelt

    One of the three modes of Dasein, it refers to our inner world, thoughts, feelings, and sense of self.

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    What is Existentialism?

    A philosophy that emphasizes individual freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning in a world without inherent purpose.

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    Authenticity

    Living truthfully to oneself, embracing freedom and responsibility, and engaging in meaningful actions.

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    Study Notes

    Theories of Personality

    • This document details different theories of personality, including Erik Erikson's, Abraham Maslow's, Carl Rogers', and Rollo May's.
    • Various perspectives on personality development and the driving forces behind behavior are explored.

    Erik Erikson's Post-Freudian Theory

    • Built upon Freudian theory, focusing on social and historical influences, and life-cycle approach to personality.
    • Views the ego as a positive force, crucial for self-identity and adaptation to life’s challenges within social structures.
    • Key concepts include Ego Development, Three Interrelated Aspects, and Conflicts of Opposites.

    Abraham Maslow's Holistic-Dynamic Theory

    • Assumes the whole person is motivated by various needs, continually striving for self-actualization, considered a state of psychological health and growth.
    • The theory describes a hierarchical structure of needs: physiological, safety, belongingness and love, esteem, and self-actualization.
    • Individuals must first satisfy lower-level needs before progressing to higher ones.

    Carl Rogers' Person-Centered Theory

    • Emphasizes human potential and self-actualization.
    • Key concepts include positive regard (need for love and acceptance), positive self-regard (independent of others), and congruence (internal experience matches expressed behavior).
    • Key conditions for growth are congruence, unconditional positive regard, and empathy.
    • Focuses on fostering personal growth and self-fulfillment.

    Rollo May's Existential Psychology

    • Emphasizes freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning in life, emphasizing individual choice and the inherent human condition of confronting anxiety, guilt and existential questions.
    • Key concepts include Intentionality, Care, Love, Will, Freedom, and Destiny.
    • Views personality as a continuous process of developing and taking responsibility for the choices that shape one's existence.

    Trait and Factor Theories

    • Focus on identifying and measuring underlying personality traits (e.g., the Big Five [OCEAN], Neuroticism, Extraversion, Openness, agreeableness, and conscientiousness).
    • Cattell's work and his 16 personality factors are highlighted.
    • Eysenck's three primary traits (neuroticism, extraversion, and psychoticism).
    • McCrae and Costa's Five-Factor Model (FFM) is described in further detail, including its key components, criteria to identify personality factors, and specific characteristics or aspects associated with the "Big Five" personality traits.

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