Module 46. Humanistic Theories and Trait Theories

A principal is looking for advice on how to improve his relationships with the teachers in his school. What might Carl Rogers suggest?

Be genuine with them and show them unconditional positive regard.

When personality traits were measured in several age groups and then measured again seven years later, researchers found a correlation of +0.3 for young children, +0.54 for collegians, and +0.73 for 70-year-olds. This suggests that:

correlations were strongest for comparisons done in adulthood.

Samantha is typically described as soft-hearted, trusting, and helpful by her peers. She is likely to score high on the Big Five trait of:

agreeableness

The Big Five personality factor _____ involves the following endpoints: sociable versus retiring and affectionate versus reserved.

extraversion

Dr. Burns sees his own therapist in order for him to be at his emotional best for seeing patients. He is open with his feelings and self-disclosing in his own therapy. Carl Rogers refers to this attitude as:

genuineness.

When people are open with their own feelings, drop their facades, and are self-disclosing, they are displaying:

genuineness.

Which theoretical perspective led to the new subfield of psychology known as positive psychology?

humanistic

Ashley feels that she has reached her full potential as a physician. According to Maslow, Ashley:

is self-actualized.

Garrick is a calm, self-satisfied man who appears to be secure. Garrick is MOST likely low on the Big Five factor of:

neuroticism

When asked "Who are you?" John answers that he is 4 years old, that he loves trucks and trains, and that his favorite color is blue. John is describing his:

self-concept.

Hiro's friends know him as someone who values people, regardless of their failings. When people spend time with Hiro, they know he will have an attitude of total acceptance toward them. Carl Rogers refers to this attitude as _____ positive regard.

unconditional

Darius' friends know him as someone who values people, regardless of their failings. When people spend time with Darius, they know he will have an attitude of total acceptance toward them. Carl Rogers refers to this attitude as:

unconditional positive regard.