Theories of Personality by Richard M Ryckman
The fifth edition of this text is a theory-by-theory approach to help students develop the skills they need to critically evaluate theories. In the beginning of the book, the author defines personality, provides basic information concerning the scientific process and the interrelatedness of theory and research, and offers the criteria scientists use in judging a theory. Then, chapter by chapter, the book introduces each major theoretical position with an objective overview of the theorists' basic concepts and principles. A rewritten final chapter reviews the current status of the theories and their contributions to understanding of the nature of human personality. It also highlights the heuristic value of the theories, noting the many ways in which they act as stimulants to the thinking and research efforts of personality psychologists. Ryckman finishes by presenting information about the discipline's prospects for the future.
Ryckman, Richard M.: - Richard M. Ryckman has taught Personality for over 30 years, and is currently conducting research on two measures of competition, hyper-competitiveness and personal development competitiveness. He is known for developing the measure of physical self-efficacy. He is also a member of the Society of Experimental Social Psychology.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780534166441 |
| ISBN 10 | 053416644X |
| Title | Theories of Personality |
| Author | Richard M Ryckman |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Cengage Learning, Inc |
| Year published | 1996-02-06 |
| Number of pages | 500 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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