Personality Psychology: Domains of Knowledge About Human Nature, 4e

Personality makes us who we are and influences every aspect of our lives, from how we interact with others, to how we respond in stressful situations. Personality Psychology uses a unique organizational framework to explore the six key domains of knowledge about personality: Dispositional, Biological, Intrapsychic, Cognitive-Experiential, Social and Cultural, and Adjustment. This fourth edition expands its practice-based approach while retaining a focus on the scientific basis of current understanding and integrates contemporary research while also covering classic viewpoints.

Key features:


new Learning Objectives have been added to the start of each chapter to support key learnings.

Part Openers have been revised to strengthen the links between chapters and enhance practical application of theories by following a fictional students journey through life and discussing their personality traits through the lens of each of the six domains.

Chapters have been updated to cover the latest developments in DSM-5 and ICD-11.

 A greater emphasis on critical approaches to evolutionary personality psychology & the work of Eysenck have been interwoven throughout the book.

 Application boxes examine how personality theories and research are used in real-world situations.

 A Closer Look boxes explore core topics and influential studies to enhance students understanding.

 New and updated Exercises encourage critical reflection and the application of theory to personal experience.