Trait and Humanism Theory

What is Galen's humor theory responsible for?

It suggests that the relative concentrations of four humors or bodily fluids influence personality traits.

What does the trait approach categorize?

It categorizes people according to the degree to which they manifest specific characteristics.

What are common traits according to Allport's nomothetic approach?

Traits that apply to everyone.

What is a cardinal trait?

A single trait that dominates an individual's personality.

What are secondary traits?

Traits other than central traits that describe a person's personality and do not always manifest.

What is the difference between ability traits and dynamic traits?

Ability traits allow effective performance in the world, while dynamic traits are involved in motivation.

What personality factors make up the Big Five Model?

Neuroticism, Extraversion, Openness, Agreeableness, and Conscientiousness.

Who proposed the concept of 'functional autonomy'?

It was proposed by Gordon Allport in his personality theories.

What significant theory did Henry Murray develop?

He blended psychoanalytic and trait concepts, focusing on psychogenic needs.

What is unconditional positive regard in humanistic theory?

The granting of love and approval regardless of the individual's behavior.