Topic A: Provide a summary of how 2 theories (e.g., psychoanalytic, trait, and social learning theories) each define personality development.
Complete the following readings from the textbook, Life-span Human Development:
Chapter 9: Language, Education, and Work
Chapter 11: Gender Roles and Sexuality
In addition, refer to the following websites for optional related reading:
Erik Erikson (article)
APA: Aging and Human Sexuality Resource Guide
APA: Sexual Orientation and Homosexuality
Need two sources as references including text book
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Psychoanalytic theory of personality development, developed by Sigmund Freud, suggests that personality is shaped by unconscious drives, conflicts and experiences during childhood. According to this theory, personality development occurs in a series of stages, with each stage presenting a psychosocial crisis that must be resolved in order to move on to the next stage.
Trait theory of personality development, on the other hand, focuses on the measurement of personality traits, or consistent patterns of behavior and thought, to explain individual differences in personality. According to this theory, personality is comprised of a combination of innate and learned traits that interact to produce a unique personality profile.
Social learning theory, developed by Albert Bandura, suggests that personality is shaped by the interaction of environmental and cognitive factors. This theory suggests that personality is learned through the observation and imitation of others, as well as through reinforcement and punishment.
Reference:
Life-span Human Development, 8th Edition by Santrock, J. W. (2015)
Erikson, E. (1950). Childhood and Society. New York: Norton.
