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psychology
Theories of personality
Behaviourism
Psychoanalytic Theory
Id
Unconscious: It resides entirely in the unconscious mind, meaning we’re generally unaware of its influence on us.
Primary Processes: The Id relies on what Freud called primary processes, or primitive forms of thought, like wish-fulfillment and imagination, to satisfy its desires when immediate gratification is not possible.
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Super Ego
The Superego embodies our conscience and strives to make us behave in a socially acceptable and morally appropriate way. It internalizes societal values, norms, and rules, making us feel guilt or pride based on our actions.
Ego
The Ego is often described as the mediator between the Id and the Superego. It tries to satisfy the Id’s desires in ways that are socially acceptable and morally right, according to the Superego’s standards.
Emphasis on observable behavior, with little focus on internal mental states. Personality is seen as a result of learned behavior.
Classical Conditioning (Pavlov): Learning by association; a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a response.
Operant Conditioning (Skinner): Learning through consequences; reinforcement and punishment shape behavior.
Environment and Learning: Behaviorists believe personality traits can be changed by altering environmental factors.
Humanistic Theory
Focus on individual potential, personal growth, and self-actualization. People are seen as inherently good and motivated to achieve their full potential.
Self-Actualization (Maslow): The desire to fulfill one’s potential, the highest level on Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.
Unconditional Positive Regard (Rogers): Acceptance without judgment, which is key for personal growth.
Self-Concept: How one views oneself; congruence between self-concept and experiences leads to a healthy personality.
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Social cognitive theory
Emphasizes the role of cognitive processes, observational learning, and self-efficacy in personality.
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Self-Efficacy: Belief in one’s ability to succeed in specific situations, impacting how people approach challenges.
Reciprocal Determinism: The interaction of personal factors, behavior, and the environment in shaping personality.
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