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For courses in Personality PsychologyA modern approach to personality that harnesses students’ curiosity about themselves and their peersPersonality Psychology: Understanding Yourself and Others presents an up-to-date overview of arguably the most interesting and relevant subfield in psychology for today’s undergraduate students. Committed to teaching students about personality psychology as well as about life itself, authors Jean Twenge and W. Keith Campbell address students’ most pressing questions about friendship, relationships, health, happiness, and more. Designed to appeal to today’s students — who are enmeshed in online networks and fascinated by their own personalities — Personality Psychology presents theory and research in a fashion that is both engaging and accessible, with plenty of opportunities for students to share their opinions and explore their own experiences.Personality Psychology: Understanding Yourself and Others is also available via REVEL™, an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience.
This text investigates the core mechanisms of human personality by bridging classical psychological theory with the contemporary realities of digital social interaction and self-perception. Authors Jean M. Twenge and W. Keith Campbell, both established researchers in social and personality psychology, utilize a framework that prioritizes student engagement and practical application. By integrating empirical research with relatable inquiries into health, happiness, and interpersonal relationships, the authors provide a comprehensive overview of how personality traits manifest in modern life.
What You Will Find
The framing suggests an accessible, student-centered introduction to the field that prioritizes modern relevance over purely abstract theory. The text is structured to serve as a primary resource for undergraduate courses, balancing academic rigor with an approachable tone suitable for contemporary learners.
Page Count:
512
Publication Date:
2016-02-15
Publisher:
Pearson
ISBN-10:
0205917429
ISBN-13:
9780205917426
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