PSY31100 - Psychology of Personality

(3 units)

This course provides a biopsychosocial exploration of contemporary theories of personality and its assessment. Dimensional models of personality are covered (e.g., constraint versus impulsivity, emotional dysregulation versus emotional stability). Current and alternative diagnostic conceptualizations are presented and the implications for the classification, assessment and explanation of mental health issues are discussed. The influence of Western and non-western culture in conceptualizing personality are covered.
Prerequisites: PSY20000