Dispositional Theories

  write a 4–5-page papers on the personality of an interviewee or public figure of your choice. Use the paper outline provided on Blackboard, where you describe The background (who is this person? how did they grow up? what's their background) Briefly explain one theory you are using to analyze the person (for example, 5 factor model - describe each factor) Apply the theory to your person (for example, Kanye is high on extraversion, low on openness, etc. Briefly explain the second theory you are using (for example, psychoanalytic theory Apply the theory to the person (for example, Kanye is often driven by his superego because xyz) Write which theory you think applies best to the person you chose Reminder: ONE PERSON and TWO THEORIES -- you have to write about the SAME person Paper Format: 4-5 Pages – double spaced, 1-inch margins, APA style Title page – does not count towards page limit Background information (half a page) Brief description of theory 1 (half a page) – cite here! Analysis 1 (1 page) Brief description of theory 2 (half a page) Analysis 2 (1 page) Conclusion – which one fits more and why? (half a page) Reference page – does not count towards page limit Theories to choose from: Eysenck’s Model: Extraversion-Intraversion, Neuroticism-emotional stability, Psychoticism Five Factor Model: Extraversion, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, Emotional Stability, Openness (highly recommended) - here's a helpful article: Hexaco – Five Factors + Honesty-Humility Psychoanalytic theories: Personality structure (Id, Ego, Superego) (highly recommended) Use of defense mechanisms Attachment theory Experiential and Cognitive Theories: States vs. traits Affect (positive versus negative) Hostility Intelligence/Locus of Control/Self-efficacy (link provided) https://www.verywellmind.com/the-big-five-personality-dimensions-2795422