Theories of Personality

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Course explores how various theories (such as psychodynamics, humanistic-existential, trait, behavioral, dispositional and social-cognitive) address fundamental questions about personality – its origins, development and influence on thoughts, feelings and actions. Course examines the historical contexts, research methods, and applications of personality theories in various settings, including clinical practice and everyday life. Students will learn to apply diverse theories of personality to better understand themselves and others. Personality theories and their underlying principles are analyzed in light of contemporary research.