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Personality- Theories and Advances EP: 301-MAJOR CORE PAPER Semester 3 (Credits-4) Notes as per 2023-24 Syllabus of Department of Psychology, SP Pune University (formerly University of Pune) Pune, India LEARNING
Introduction to Kelly’s Personal Construct Theory George Kelly’s Personal Construct Theory (PCT) represents an important contribution to the field of psychology. It is emphasizing the active role of individuals in
Introduction to Horney’s Theory of Personality Karen Horney, diverged from Freudian orthodoxy to introduce a neo-psychoanalytic approach emphasizing social and cultural factors over biological determinism. Her work on personality, neurotic
Introduction to Erikson’s Theory of Personality Born in Germany in 1902, Erikson’s early life was marked by questions about identity and belonging, themes that deeply influenced his theoretical work. He
Introduction Rollo May (1909–1994) is widely regarded as the father of existential psychotherapy, a discipline focused on addressing life’s inherent challenges by fostering self-awareness and authentic living. His theoretical framework
Introduction to Eysenck’s Theory of Personality Hans Eysenck’s theory of personality (1967) is a prominent framework in psychology, recognized for its empirical rigor and its emphasis on biological underpinnings of
Introduction Personality is a broad and multi-faceted concept in psychology, often characterized by individuality, consistency, and dynamism. It refers to the relatively stable and unique ways in which an individual
What is MBTI? The long form of MBTI is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. It is a self-evaluating report to assess personality. It was developed by Isabel Briggs Myer and her
Introduction to Factors Affecting Personality Personality, as defined by the American Psychological Association (APA), refers to the “individual differences in characteristic patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving” (APA, 2021). Gordon
“The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey (1989) is a groundbreaking self-help and personal development book that has transformed the lives of millions of individuals worldwide.
“Personality” word comes from the Latin word “persona” which means a mask worn by an actor. Definitions of Personality “Personality is the dynamic organization within the individual, of those psycho-physical systems that characterize his/
What is Personality? Personality can be defined as the consistent pattern of thinking, feeling, and behaving that differentiates one individual from another. Psychologists have explored and expanded on this definition