Abstract:

The various personality theories are a central part of psychology.

This course is intended to provide an initial introduction to central personal theories that will enable understanding of the self, the other, and interpersonal relationships.

The course deals with the three main approaches to personality psychology: The psychoanalytic-dynamic approach, the cognitive-behavioral approach, and the existential-humanistic approach.

In addition, the Buddhist approach to personality will be reviewed. Implications of the various