KP181 Study Guide - Final Guide: Type A And Type B Personality Theory, Ryan Leaf, Social Learning Theory

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Personality is the overall oganization of psychological characteristic. It di erentiates us from others and leads us to act consistent across time an situations. Role related behaviour how are you expected to act. Traits are more stable characteristics representing your personality. States are momentary feelings depending on the situation. Humanistic psychology focuses on personal responsibility, growth, striving and dignity. Traits predict behaviour over time and place. They predispose you to act in a certain way. Behaviours is determined by person and situation. Gravitation hypothesis if you have a certain personality, you lead to a certain sport. Change hypothesis your experience in a sport changes your personality. Exercise is associate with conscientiousness and lower neuroticism. Type a personality blend of ambitions, low patience, competitiveness, high organization and hostility with agitate behaviour patterns. Sensation seeking seeking complex, varied and dangerous experiences. Mental toughness is con dence, motivation and dedication. Passion is a strong inclination to do something.