PSYCH 1100 : Review Sheet 1-pxy filled.doc
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Type classify a person into one of a limited number of categories (y or n)(reduces variance) Trait classify a person by the degree of a characteristic that they posses (1-5)(better for research) Nomethetic - compare people on the same set of traits (5 factor model)(good for research) Idiographic studies the unique traits of a person (case study)(good for counseling) Deductive first you come up with a theory then do research on that theory. Several aspects of your personality and several aspects of the situation interact to predict bx. *know the 5 criteria of a good pxy theory. Verifiable testable, we can test the concepts of the theory. Applied value does it offer practical strategies to improve lives / help people. Parsimony the simplest explanation possible, not to wordy or underestimated. Heuristic value offers new ideas to extend theory and research. When you combine insights in a systematic way for many different theories. Good for addressing unique needs of a person.
