Abstract

This subject examines the descriptive and causal aspects of personality and individual differences. It explores the major approaches to the study of personality and current research in personality. The subject considers how each theory answers such basic questions as the nature of human personality and motivation, the process of personality … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

introduction to personality theorypersonality research and assessmenttrait theories of personalitypsychodynamic theories of personalityhumanistic theories of personalitybehavioural and social learning theories of personalitycurrent research in personalityThe subject may also cover some of the following topics:Biological and evolutionary perspectives on personalityCognitive processes and personalityCulture and personalityPersonality disorders

Enrolment restrictions

Students may not complete PSY465 and PSY305 in the same award.