1
Q
definition of personality
A
the sum of an individuals character which makes him unique (Hollander)
2
Q
what are the personality theories called
A
1 trait theory
2 social learning theory
3 interactionist theory
3
Q
trait theory
A
- inherited or genetically predetermined qualities
which means
- the traits are stable, enduring and consistent in all situations
- personality or behaviour is generalised and predictable for example some people are always aggressive
4
Q
social learning theory
A
- copying the behaviour of others and being reinforced for copying it
- copying is more likely to happen if the model is significant or their behaviour is reinforced (vicarious reinforcement)
- behaviour i learnt from the environment
behaviour is predictable if the same situation reoccurs
for example a player may adopt a positive attitude in certain situations only
5
Q
interactionist theory
A
- interaction to relationship between personality traits and the situation
- behaviour changing to the demands of the situation or environment
- a combination of trait and social learning factors
so
- typical response emerge from the combination of personality traits and the environment
- behaviour is unpredictable
6
Q
what are the trait theories of personality
A
1 extrovert, introvert, table and unstable personalities
2 type A and type B personalities
