Lecture on Personality Theories and Trait Models

A variety of flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to personality theories, trait models, and examination preparation.

Midterm Exam

Will consist of 60 multiple choice questions, worth 30% of the grade.

Trait Theory

A theoretical orientation used to categorize individual differences into manageable groups defined by specific traits.

Lexical Approach

A method that involves looking at language to identify important personality traits by examining trait descriptive adjectives.

Big Five Model

A widely-used personality model classifying individuals across five traits: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism.

HEXACO Model

An alternative six-factor model of personality that includes Honesty-Humility as a sixth trait.

Historical Classification

Early categorizations of personality traits that focused solely on physiological differences.

Galen's Temperaments

Classifications based on the balance of bodily fluids (blood, phlegm, black bile, yellow bile) influencing personality.

Eysenck's Super Traits (PEN Model)

A model featuring three broad traits: Psychoticism, Extraversion, Neuroticism.

Personality Traits

Stable patterns of behavior, thoughts, and feelings that characterize an individual across situations.

Trait Emotional Intelligence

A form of personality trait related to emotional understanding and emotional regulation, not represented in the Big Five.

Type A Personality

Characterized by high levels of competitiveness, time urgency, and hostility.

Person-Situation Debate

Discussion on the extent to which personality traits or situational factors determine behavior.

Factor Analysis

A statistical method used to identify clusters of related traits from many variables.

Aggression Traits

Dimensions of aggression including physical aggression, verbal aggression, and anger management.

Personality Assessment

The process of measuring personality traits through various methodologies including self-reports and observations.

Peacemaking

The tendency associated with high Agreeableness; involves avoiding conflict and being cooperative.

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by emotional instability and a tendency towards anxiety and mood swings.

Emotionality

A factor in the HEXACO model corresponding to high sensitivity, concern for others, and emotional responsiveness.

Adaptive Functioning

The ability of individuals to adjust their behaviors according to their environments, reflected in personality traits.

Social Currency

The value of being perceived as 'cool' or likable in a social context, impacting relationships and opportunities.

Latent Profile Analysis

A statistical method used to identify distinct clusters of individuals based on their responses to personality traits.