PSYA02H3 Chapter 14: Personality (from Locus of Control to end)

• School: UTSC
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYA02H3
• Professor: John Bassili

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refers to whether one believes that that the consequences of one"s actions are controlled by internal (control of fate), person variables or by external, environmental variables. Internal orientations also achieve stronger academic grades, yet blame themselves during failure: people who have internal orientations are more likely to be aware of and to engage in good health practices. martin seligman suggested that psychology should concern itself with the beneficial aspects of personality that make life rewarding and fulfilling. positive psychology is a psychological program that examines optimal human functioning. used to study origins, processes, and mechanisms that lead to psychological well- being, satisfaction, and fulfillment. ex: forgiveness is a factor in the quality of marriage. The social role for women place a strong emphasis on social skillspositive psychology would seek to understand the interplay between personality variables that promotes a valued relationship www. notesolution. com.