PERSONALITY THEORIES III

 

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3. Humanistic theory

              


Author/Proponent:  Maslow

Assumptions made

   Maslow proposed that human activities are the result of a person's attempt at fulfilling five basic needs: physiological, safety, social, esteem and self-actualization. According to Maslow, these needs can create internal pressures that can influence a person's behaviour.

 If our basic human needs are met, people will strive toward self-actualization and succeed in life.

 

4. The Five factor theory

   People's personalities do differ. These differences can be organized into five broad categories (groups), called the Big Five or Five Factors. These are sometimes referred to as the five broad dimensions/traits of personality.

Ø  Conscientiousness

Ø  Agreeableness

Ø  Extraversion

Ø  Openness to experience

Ø  Emotional stability

 


 

References

Ø  Lahey B Benjamin, (2001), Psychology and introduction Mc grahill. BOSTON

Ø  Davis F. Steven, (2000) Psychology Practice and Review Manual.

Ø  Joseph J. Palladino, (2004) Psychology study guide.