Excerpt from An Investigation of a General Normality or Control Factor in Personality Testing
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of personality testing, specifically focusing on the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI). The author explores a critical question: why do some individuals with seemingly abnormal MMPI profiles manage to function well in society without requiring psychiatric intervention? Drawing upon historical theories of temperament and personality, the author examines the concept of a "general normality or control factor." This factor is hypothesized to act as a buffer against psychological distress, allowing individuals to maintain stability despite having certain abnormal personality traits. The book meticulously analyzes the development and application of the MMPI's N-scale, a tool designed to measure this control factor. Through a series of insightful investigations, the author unravels the complexities of personality assessment and the challenges of predicting real-world behavior from test scores. The book sheds light on the intricate interplay between personality traits, situational factors, and individual coping mechanisms, ultimately offering a deeper understanding of human resilience and the factors that contribute to psychological well-being. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334538421_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334538421
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334538421
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Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334538421
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