Persönlichkeitspsychologie für Bachelor

This textbook explains all the important topics of the foundational field of psychology, personality psychology, in a concise and understandable manner. Numerous case studies and practical tips relate the content to everyday life. Learning objectives, review questions, and further literature assist in targeted exam preparation. However, the book offers much more: the accompanying website contains free learning tools for students as well as teaching materials for instructors available for download.

The content covers personality in everyday life, science, and practice, the history of personality psychology, personality variation, trait classifications, types and disorders, personality domains such as intelligence and creativity, social and emotional competence, motives, attitudes, and self-concept, as well as environment and relationships. Additionally, it addresses personality development, stability, change and malleability, as well as gender differences.

The target audience includes psychology students in their bachelor's program and anyone seeking an accessible introduction to personality psychology.

The author, Jens B. Asendorpf, is a retired professor of personality psychology at Humboldt University of Berlin.