PSYC 414 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Hypochondriasis, Reaction Formation, Big Five Personality Traits
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Things to do in order to still be working cognitively. Selection might need to focus on fewer tasks, projects, interests, etc . Optimization select existing skills and strengths to build upon to maximize function. Compensation may need to use strategies to help you remember and continue to function independently. Writing is no respecter of blueprints (william strunk) Your subconscious mind does more writing than you think (william strunk) Don"t annoy your readers by over-explaining by telling them something they already know or can figure out. Writers are the custodians of memory memories die with their owner. Big five personality traits (openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, neuroticism. Aging and personality traits: meta-analysis shows that of 6 basic traits studied changed through middle and later adulthood. Ego psychology: ego plays central role in behavior. Theory of defense mechanisms: changes in defense mechanisms over adulthood. Adult attachment theory: early relationships set stage for later development of self and relationships.
