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11 Cards in this Set
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Better understanding of brain chemistry makes it possible to create drugs that change the nature of who we are
-ex. designer drugs, prozac |
designer personalities
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behavioral genomics studies
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the effect genes have on a persons personality.
Genetics affect some aspects of personality directly e.g., activity level, inhibition Genetics affect some aspects of personality indirectly e.g., physical appearance which influences how we are treated |
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Eclecticism
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Using multiple perspectives in combination allows for greater insight into the human experience
Different ideas are useful for different purposes |
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An unconscious aspect of personality
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Psychoanalytic
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Ego Forces, that provide a sense of identity
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Neo-analytical perspective
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Biological components including genetics, physical and physiological makeup
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Biological perspective
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Conditioned or shaped aspects of our personality
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Behaviorist perspective
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Cognitive dimensions, or thinking about and actively interpreting the world around oneself
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Cognitive perspective
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A collection of traits, skills, and predispositions
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Trait perspective
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A spiritual dimension, which prompts a person to ponder the meaning of her/his existence, seeking happiness and fulfillment
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Humanistic/existentialism
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Ongoing interaction between the person and her/his specific environment
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Interactionist perspective
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