Dispositional Theories Allport: Psychology of the Individual |  |
Chapter Objectives
| 1. Discuss Allport’s concept of personal dispositions, including how they differ
from traits. |
| 2. Explain the distinction between motivational and stylistic dispositions. |
| 3. Define proprium and give reasons why Allport chose this term rather than “self.” |
| 4. List and illustrate the three levels of personal dispositions. |
| 5. Differentiate between reactive and proactive theories of motivation. |
| 6. Explain and give examples of Allport’s concept of functional autonomy. |
| 7. Describe the characteristics of the mature personality, according to Allport. |
| 8. Explain the rationale and results of the analysis of Letters from Jenny. |
| 9. Summarize research on the Religious Orientation Scale. |
| 10. Discuss Allport’s concept of humanity. |
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