The Type A personality is often characterized as determined, driven, and hardworking. There are a number of different ways of…
Personality
Freud’s Id, Ego, and Superego
Sigmund Freud suggested that human personality was made up of three key elements. He called these the id, the ego,…
What Is An Introvert?
Introverts make up an estimated 40 percent of the population, but people with this personality type are often seen as…
Traits of Effective Leaders
What qualities do you need to be a great leader? Do certain personality traits help people become better leaders? According…
Traits of Successful People
What are the personality traits of successful people? Hard work and overall intelligence are obviously important pieces of the puzzle,…
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…
How Phineas Gage’s Brain Injury Changed His Personality
Phineas Gage was a young man seriously injured in a work-related accident. So what makes him so significant in psychology?…
Are You an Extrovert or Introvert?
There have been a lot of articles making the rounds on social media about how to tell if you are…
Psychosocial Development Summary Chart: Free Printable
If you are learning all about Erik Erikson’s stages of development, it can be really helpful to have a psychosocial…
What Is Self-Efficacy?
Self-efficacy is your belief in your ability to succeed in certain situations. Your sense of self-efficacy has a major influence on…
