PSY1011 Chapter Notes - Chapter 6: Reaction Formation, Extraversion And Introversion, Conscientiousness
7 Aug 2018
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The pattern of psychological and behavioural characteristics by which each person can be compared and contrasted with others. Debate exists as to whether personality is genetically determined or environmentally determined. Twins studies are often used in this area: any differences in personality between identical twins can be attributed to the environment, as they have the same genetic makeup. Emphasises the interplay of unconscious mental processes in determining human thought, feelings and behaviour. Stipulates that personality is divided into three parts- the id, the ego and the superego. Mediates between the demands of the id and the demands of the real world. Tells us what we should and should not do. Unconsciously pushing threatening memories, urges or ideas from conscious awareness. U(cid:374)(cid:272)o(cid:374)s(cid:272)iously attri(cid:271)uti(cid:374)g o(cid:374)e"s o(cid:449)(cid:374) u(cid:374)a(cid:272)(cid:272)epta(cid:271)le thoughts or i(cid:373)pulses to a(cid:374)other person. Defending against unacceptable impulses by acting opposite to them. Converting unacceptable impulses into socially acceptable actions. Deflecting an impulse from its original target to a less threatening one.
