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Personality Theories (Coun 220) Question Paper

Personality Theories (Coun 220)

Course:Counseling

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2012

TIME : 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question one and any other three questions.
Question One
Define the term personality.
(3 Marks)

Discuss the structure of personality according to the psychosexual theory of personality.
(9 Marks)

Differentiate between classical and operant conditioning giving relevant examples.
(4 Marks)

Question Two
Carl Rogers discussed the self actualized individual as one with specific characteristics. Giving examples, describe five of these characteristics in actualized persons.
(10 Marks)

Using a diagrammatic expression, discuss the Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.
(5 Marks)

Question Three
Give two features of a defense mechanism.
(2 Marks)

Using knowledge from the psychoanalytic theory of personality. Discuss five defense mechanisms.
(10 Marks)

Discuss the term ’proprium.’
(3 Marks)

Question Four
Give three types of personality assessment tests.
(3 Marks)

Discuss the rationale behind using projective tests, giving relevant examples.
(4 Marks)
Describe the characteristics of individuals with the following personality disorders:
Paranoid personality disorder.
(4 Marks)
Antisocial personality disorder.
(4 Marks)

Question Five
Explain four types of conflicts and give an example of each.
(8 Marks)

Discuss the development of personality according to the social learning theory of personality.
(7 Marks)

Personality Theories (Coun 220) Question Paper

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