This article throws light upon the three main factors influencing the development of personality of an individual. The factors are: 1. Genetic and Constitutional Factors 2. Socio-Cultural Factors 3. Significant Personal Experiences. 1. Genetic and Constitutional Factors: The genetic and constitutional factors influence the 'personality' of an individual. The body type of a person, the type of nervous system, functioning [...]
After reading this article you will learn about the adaptive and defensive mechanisms of conflict resolution. Adaptive Mechanisms of Resolving Conflicts: While psychologists have been able to clearly identify and specifically describe the defensive mechanisms of conflict resolution, it has not been possible to identify specific adaptive mechanisms. Adaptive mechanisms are described in the form of general principles whereas defensive [...]
This article will help you to make comparison between adjustive and maladjustive behaviour. The effectiveness of adjustive behaviour can range from a high degree of effectiveness to total ineffectiveness. In extreme cases, the ineffectiveness may result in further problems of adjustment. In such instances, the individuals are known as being maladjusted. On the other hand, in instances where the behaviour [...]