Personality

Question 1

Definition of personality

Answer 1

An individuals unique characteristics which make them behave differently in sporting situations

Question 2

What is the nature trait theory ?

Answer 2

We are born with innate characteristics called traits.
They are stable constant and enduring
Extroverted people will always give their opinion and be loud
Personality can change with situations, we can change our personality with experience

Question 3

What is nurture ?

Answer 3

Suggests behaviour is learned from significant others by socialisation
We learn from people we hold in high esteem

Question 4

What is socialisation ?

Answer 4

Developing traits by associating and learning from others

Question 5

What are the 2 types of socialisation ?

Answer 5

Primary - from our family
Secondary - school, media
We copy behaviour we see as successful and powerful and That is constantly shown to us
Observe —— identify ——- reinforce ——— copy

Question 6

What is the interactive perspective ?

Answer 6

A theory which combines traits and social learning to predict behaviour in specific situations. This indicates that born traits are adapted according to the situation

Question 7

What is the formula for the interaction perspective ?

Answer 7

B = F(P x E)
Behaviour is a function of personality and environment

Question 8

What is the Hollander approach ?

Answer 8

Suggests that personality are made up from 3 characteristics
- the core of the performer
- Typical response
- Role related behaviour
It also suggests that the more the environment has an influence the more likely behaviour is about to change

Question 9

What is the credulous approach ?

Answer 9

You believe the theories. You accept a link that personality can predict behaviour

Question 10

What is the sceptical approach ?

Answer 10

You don’t believe them. You doubt the link that personality can predict behaviour