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Book SynopsisOrganized around the personality systems framework, this text offers students a clear and engaging introduction to the study of personality. The second edition integrates cutting-edge research and provides a comprehensive road map toward understanding (1) what personality is; (2) what personality's major subsystems are by breaking down motivation, emotion, cognition, and self; (3) how personality's parts are organized; and (4) how personality develops and changes over time.New and Updated Features:Engaging case examples throughout each chapter bring concepts to life.Valuable study aids, including chapter-opening big picture questions, review questions, and glossary reinforce each chapter's main topics.A fresh design incorporates new figures and tables.A new learning package designed to enhance the experience of both instructors and students includes a test bank, a Respondus test bank, and a companion website.This book is accompanied by a learning package designed to enhance the experie
Trade ReviewAn innovative approach to understanding the field of personality psychology. The systems framework followed in the textbook offers a unique perspective on personality psychology theory and research that lends itself well to introducing undergraduate students to the field of personality psychology. Within the systems framework, the textbook offers a thorough review of both past and current empirical research in the field of personality psychology. -- Eric Lindsey, Penn State University Berks Campus
A refreshing alternative to texts that are divided by theory. I believe the organization of the book is optimal; instead of organizing by theory, the book addresses personality as a whole. I like how the writing was relatable for students and addresses issues in which they would be interested. I have been desperately searching for a book such as this. -- Lyra Stein, Rutgers University
Table of ContentsPart 1: Examining Personality Chapter 1: What Is Personality? Chapter 2: Research in Personality Psychology Chapter 3: Perspectives on Personality Part 2: Parts of Personality Chapter 4: Motivation and Emotion Chapter 5: Interior Selves; Interior Worlds Chapter 6: Mental Abilities and Navigating the World Chapter 7: The Conscious Self Part 3: Personality Organization Chapter 8: How the Parts of Personality Fit Together Chapter 9: Dynamics of Action Chapter 10: Dynamics of Self-Control Part 4: Personality Development Chapter 11: Personality Development in Childhood and Adolescence Chapter 12: Personality Development in Adulthood
