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This revised, updated second edition of Personality Theories continues to feature the people behind the major theories. To accompany the author's presentation of theorists' lives as well as their contributions to the field of personality, an outstanding pedagogical program separates this book from its peers. Provides a comprehensive introduction to the key personality theorists by combining discussions of the theorists as people with their contributions to the field. Contains chapter opening questions, chapter ending summaries, and essay/critical thinking questions at the end of each chapter to facilitate understanding and studying. In addition, the book includes, in each chapter, sections on diversity issues relating to women, African Americans, Latin Americans, Asian groups, Native Americans, and many others, such as Australian Aborigines. The index lists all of these entries under a separate heading.
This text investigates the foundational frameworks of personality psychology by examining the intersection of theorists' personal biographies and their scientific contributions. Bem P. Allen, an established academic in the field, utilizes a biographical approach to contextualize psychological theories, arguing that understanding the human experience of the theorist is essential to grasping the development of their work. The book provides a structured pedagogical framework designed to guide students through complex psychological concepts while emphasizing the importance of diversity in modern psychological discourse.
What You Will Find
The text is regarded as a standard academic resource for undergraduate psychology students due to its balance of biographical narrative and theoretical rigor. Its emphasis on diverse perspectives provides a necessary expansion of traditional personality theory curricula.
Page Count:
540
Publication Date:
1996-12-03
Publisher:
Allyn & Bacon
ISBN-10:
0205199933
ISBN-13:
9780205199938
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