Current Controversies and Issues in Personality

by Lawrence A. Pervin

* Focus on issues that define the field of personality psychology
* Evenhanded coverage of current approaches to personality
* Examination of public policy implications of different theoretical views
* Engaging writing style that involves students in examining issues critically

Genres: Psychology

336 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1978

About the author

Lawrence A. Pervin was professor emeritus of psychology at Rutgers University. Author of nine books on the subject of personality psychology, he was a clinical psychologist, psychotherapist, and lifetime Giants fan.

Reviews

[CM · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fine topical-approach supplement, a bit dated but still good to see how different theories answer some key questions in personality studies. It's just the scientific literature always leads the author to reach the moderate position.

The last chapter on the personal and societal factors personality theories, and the controversy of IQ, may be of interests to a reader into the social influence on, and of, psychology.