PSY1011 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: B. F. Skinner, Positive Psychology, Personal Unconscious
31 Jul 2018
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Several different approaches to studying psychology have been made since its early origins in in 370 bce. The major theories include the psychodynamic, trait, social- cognitive and humanistic approaches. ego. Self concept and actual self the culture in which we live is one of the most important environmental factors that shapes our personalities. For example, people who are part of an individualistic culture (e. g. , australia, united states of. A(cid:373)e(cid:396)i(cid:272)a, a(cid:374)d g(cid:396)eat b(cid:396)itai(cid:374)) te(cid:374)d to e(cid:373)phasize i(cid:374)di(cid:448)idual(cid:859)s (cid:396)ights. I(cid:374) weste(cid:396)(cid:374) (cid:272)ultu(cid:396)e, individual goals are pursued, and free time is often spent in solitary pursuits. In such a culture traits such as assertiveness and self-confidence are highly valued. China and india), there are core duties and expectations of group membership, including the importance of close family ties. In these cultures, social conformity, discipline and respect for elders are qualities that are highly valued. Sigmund freud is commonly known as the "father" of the psychodynamic approach to personality.
