This unit will acquaint you with some important historical and contemporary personality theories which underline psychology as a discipline. It presents an integrated and holistic perspective on the individual. There is a focus on the applications of personality theories in research, assessment, clinical, social and general wellbeing settings. We will critically evaluate the various perspectives to the study of personality, and appreciate that personality is a dynamic, changing entity, anchored in cultural and social contexts
Prescribed Text - PERSONALITY THEORY & RESEARCH
