Understanding Freud’s Pleasure Principle
In classic Freudian psychoanalytic theory, the pleasure principle is the libidinal force behind the id that seeks the immediate gratification … Read More
Personality
ABCD Personality Types: Characteristics of the Four Types
ABCD personality types describe four types of personality based on traits, attitudes, and response to stress.
What Are Cardinal Traits in Personality?
Personality traits are fairly consistent and predictable patterns of behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. Cardinal traits are dominant personality characteristics that … Read More
Personality Psychology Quiz
How much do you know about personality psychology? Put your knowledge to the test with this brief quiz.
Implicit Personality Theory
An implicit personality theory is a theory that people form about the traits, characteristics, behaviors, and personalities of other people. … Read More
What Is Personality Psychology?
Personality psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on understanding different aspects of human personality. The field of personality … Read More
Type A Personality: Traits, Causes, and Ways to Cope
People with a Type A personality are ambitious, competitive, and perfectionistic—which can be advantageous at times, and stressful in others.
What Is An Introvert?
Introverts make up an estimated 40 percent of the population, but people with this personality type are often seen as … Read More
Traits of Successful People
What are the personality traits of successful people? Hard work and overall intelligence are obviously important pieces of the puzzle, … Read More
Does Where You Live Influence Your Personality Type?
We tend to think of personality as something influenced largely by genetics and upbringing, but one survey conducted by the … Read More
