Theories of Personality

by Richard M. Ryckman

Thoroughly updated to include the latest research references, Richard Ryckman's "theory by theory" approach to personality carefully guides students through major theories in a way that helps them develop a comprehensive understanding of personality. Ryckman's personal writing style presents the major theories in a straightforward way helping readers more easily distinguish between them. At the beginning of the text, Ryckman provides a framework that defines personality, and emphasizes the science of personality (including the interrelation between research and theory). Then, he introduces each major theoretical position with an objective overview of the theorist's basic concepts and principles. Ryckman concludes by noting the ways in which the different theories stimulate additional research efforts, and by presenting five current research trends that have resulted from the work of these earlier theorists. The result is a text that merges the best of classic and contemporary research in the field leaving students with a solid working knowledge of personality.

Genres: Psychology, School, Textbooks, Nonfiction

711 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1978

Reviews

[Rita · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finished the class with an A . . woohoo! This text goes on my pile to read through at a more relaxed pace. I like that it has a bio for each theorist prior to presenting their theory.
Erikson continues to be my favorite.

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is being used in my Theories of Personality class. I think this book is an amazing textbook. It explains things very clearly and makes psychological theories easy to understand.

[Abigail · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very thorough and specific information about the theories behind personality development.