PSYC 1103 Lecture Notes - Lecture 12: Rorschach Test, Abraham Maslow, Unconscious Mind
26 Feb 2018
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Series of ambiguous pictures viewed one at a time. Understanding personality involves exploring the symbolic meanings of behavior and the unconscious mind. Abraham maslow- humans possess inner drive to grow, improve, and use their potential to the fullest. Self-actualization: the motivation to develop to one"s full potential as a human being. Views people as having awareness of life and of themselves that leads them to search. People can be described by their typical behavior. We are born with innate need for positive regard(acceptance, sympathy, and love from. Ideally, is unconditional, free from conditions of worth. Self-concept- our subjective perception of who we are and what we are like. Enduring personality characteristics that lead to typical responses. Carl rogers- the concept of the self is central to the personality theory of carl rogers and other humanists others) Neuroticism: sensitive/nervous v secure/ confident; also positive v negative affect. Twin studies reveal substantial genetic influence on personality.
