Geographical Personality Differences

These flashcards cover key concepts related to geographical personality differences, including societal stereotypes, causes of personality variance, and consequences for individuals and regions.

What are the learning goals for this session in PSYC 305A: Personality Psychology?

1. Consider geographical personality differences across various constructs, countries, and spatial levels. 2. Learn about the causes of geographical personality differences. 3. Discuss societal and individual consequences of geographical personality differences. 4. Find out where in a country you would best fit in based on your personality.

What are some stereotypes of British Columbia?

British Columbia is often stereotyped as being full of hippies, dope-smokers, yoga enthusiasts, and laid-back, chilled people.

What is a stereotype associated with Alberta?

Alberta is often viewed as being full of Texan-wannabes, with many oilmen and ranchers, and is characterized as a conservative province.

What is the stereotype of Saskatchewan?

Saskatchewan is often described as flat, boring, and full of farmland.

What does the stereotype of Manitoba entail?

Manitoba is said to have very cold winters and summers full of mosquitoes, with its largest city, Winnipeg, having a reputation for crime.

What is Ontario known for in terms of population?

Ontario is known as Canada's most populated province and is home to Canada's largest city, Toronto, and the capital city, Ottawa.

What stereotype does Quebec frequently receive?

Quebec is often stereotyped as being full of French-speaking separatists.

What are some common stereotypes associated with the Maritime provinces?

The Maritime provinces face stereotypes related to commercial fishing, hard-drinking, and unemployment.

What ecological influence affects personality regional differences?

People living in more clement climates are generally more extraverted and open.

What are the societal consequences of personality differences in regions?

More open regions tend to vote liberal, while more conscientious regions vote conservative.

What individual consequences might regional personality differences have?

Regional personality can influence individual emotions, behaviors, and cognitions.

What does the person-environment-fit hypothesis suggest?

It suggests that living in an environment matching one's own personality enhances the chances of meeting psychological and physical needs.

What did the session recommend for discovering your ideal living location based on personality?

Take the BBC test to find out where in the UK you would be happiest based on your personality.

What are the causes of regional personality differences?

1. Selective migration, 2. Sociocultural influences, 3. Ecological influences.

What did the session conclude about health and neurotic regions?

More neurotic regions show higher prevalence of chronic diseases but fewer Covid-19 cases.

What practical exercise was suggested for students regarding their personality?

Students were encouraged to reflect on their personalities and determine where they might fit best geographically.