Locus of Control
True or False. We blame ourselves for bad events due to too much external locus of control.
False
What is the definition of personality?
Jade suppressed her memories of abuse. What defense mechanism is she using?
repression
Robert scored high in neuroticism. This means he is an emotionally unstable person. (True or False)?
true
Why does the inkblot test lack validity?
There is no answer key, thus the test administrator has the ability to interpret it too much.
Ms. Hanna's phone broke and she started crying like a child. What defense mechanism is she using?
regression
Dave believes he failed his test because he did not pray enough. What locus of control does this exemplify?
external
What are some feelings or actions someone with neuroticism might have?
anxious, moody, irritable
What is the difference between Rorschach and TAT?
TAT uses picture
Rorschach uses inkblots
What is the definition of defense
mechanism?
Our unconscious way of dealing with reality.
What is the difference between traits and states?
Traits are consistent over time. States are temporary.
Why is the inkblot test criticized?
It lacks validity
Maria often tells girls that they should not wear revealing clothes because they draw too much attention to themselves. However, she wears short skirts everyday. What defense mechanism is she using?
projection
In the Big 5 trait theory, what does OCEAN stand for?
Openness
Conscientiousness
Agreeableness
Extroversion
Neuroticism