theories of personality

Description

This assignment supports the following unit objectives:

• Define personality and describe the basic structure of personality.
• Outline the various stages of personality development.
• Define and describe the defense mechanisms.
• Evaluate the trait theory, learning theory, biological and evolutionary, and the humanistic approaches to personality development.

Assignment Overview
This application assignment has you focus on the theories of personality.

Deliverables
A 500-word (minimum) Word document in 12-point font, double spacing, APA citations (including a title and reference page), and utilizes paragraph format with complete sentences.  This assignment should also respond to the following questions thoroughly and thoughtfully.

Activity Details
Perform the following tasks:

Step 1: Read Each of the Following Questions.
Choose three of the Freudian defense mechanisms and answer the following questions:

1. Define each of the defense mechanisms in your own words.
2. Describe a situation that happened to you in which you used each of these defense mechanisms.
3. Provide a brief analysis regarding why you think you used each of these defense mechanisms.

Step 2: Read through your Textbook, Web Resources, and Other Supplemental Resources to Answer the Questions.
As you answer the questions, make sure you utilize paragraph format as well as APA guidelines. If you use references, make sure to cite those as well.