A Central Principle of the Trait Perspective to Personality Is

question 151

Multiple Choice

A central principle of the trait perspective to personality is that:

• A) an individual's personality traits change from day to day.
• B) no two individuals share the same traits.
• C) individuals can be understood based on how well specific traits describe them.
• D) the idiographic approach is the only correct way to study personality.

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Definitions:

Depression

An ailment in emotional health marked by consistent depressive emotions or detachment from pleasures, leading to significant obstructions in day-to-day life.

Motivational Symptom

A symptom manifesting in decreased desire or drive to engage in previously pleasurable activities, often seen in various psychological disorders.

Unipolar Depression

A profound depressive disorder identified by perpetual feelings of sorrow or an indifference to the external environment.

Persistent Depressive Disorder

A chronic form of unipolar depression marked by ongoing and repeated symptoms of either major or mild depression.