Authors: Jess Feist, Gregory J. Feist, Tomi-Ann Roberts · Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education · Language: English
ISBNs: ISBN-10: 0077861926 · ISBN-13: 978-0077861926
Theories of Personality, 9th Edition presents a comprehensive and engaging exploration of major theories in personality psychology. Authored by Jess Feist, Gregory J. Feist, and Tomi-Ann Roberts, this edition blends classical theories with contemporary research, providing students and readers a thorough understanding of personality development, individual differences, and human behavior.
Core concepts from major theorists such as Freud, Jung, Adler, Erikson, Rogers, and Skinner
Contemporary perspectives on personality, including biological, cognitive, and trait approaches
How personality interacts with behavior and environment
Research methods in personality assessment
Applications of personality theories to real-world contexts
Influence of culture, gender, and social factors on personality development
The 9th edition is designed to make complex personality theories accessible and relevant, encouraging critical thinking and self-reflection. It’s ideal for students and professionals seeking a solid foundation in personality psychology and practical applications for understanding human behavior.
Undergraduate and graduate psychology students
Instructors teaching courses in personality or developmental psychology
Counselors, therapists, and HR professionals
Anyone interested in understanding human personality and motivation
Psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approaches
Humanistic and existential perspectives
Trait, behavioral, and biological theories
Cognitive and social-cognitive approaches
Personality assessment and research methods
Cross-cultural and gender-related personality studies
Theories of Personality, 9th Edition combines clarity, depth, and relevance, providing readers with the tools to understand and analyze the complexity of personality in both theory and practice.