

Personality Science: The Science of Human Diversity
Lead Author(s): Ulrich Schimmack
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This book provides a modern and up-to-date introduction to personality psychology. The first six chapters introduce basic research methods, measurement, structure, stability and predictive validity of behaviour. The next four chapters examine causes of human diversity from evolutionary, biological, environmental, and cultural perspectives. The last chapter complements the trait perspective with a a focus on motives and values. Additional chapters are planned for 2021.
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Outline
FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF PERSONALITY SCIENCE
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Basic Scientific Constructs
Chapter 3: Structure of Personality
Chapter 4: Measurement of Personality
Chapter 5: Personality and Situational Influences on Behavior
Chapter 6: Stability of Personality
CAUSES OF PERSONALITY
Chapter 7: Evolution and Personality
Chapter 8: Genes and Personality
Chapter 9: Physiology and Personality
Chapter 10: Culture and Personality
ALTERNATIVE PERSPECTIVES
Chapter 11: Motivation, Values, and Goals