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Introduction Flow is a mental state first described by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, in which individuals become deeply immersed in an activity, achieving a sense of heightened focus and enjoyment (Csikszentmihalyi,
Advanced Social Psychology Notes EP: 351-Elective Paper (Credits: 04) As per SPPU MA Advanced Social Psychology Syllabus notes Learning Objectives: Advanced Social Psychology Notes To acquaint students with: 1. To
Introduction Happiness has been a topic of philosophical contemplation for centuries, from Ancient Greek thinkers like Aristotle to modern psychologists. While most people strive for happiness, the precise meaning of
Introduction The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) is one of the most extensively used psychological tests designed to assess personality traits and identify psychopathology. Developed in the late 1930s and
Personality- Theories and Advances EP: 301-MAJOR CORE PAPER Semester 3 (Credits-4) Notes as per 2023-24 Syllabus of Department of Psychology, SP Pune University (formerly University of Pune) Pune, India LEARNING
Introduction to Kelly’s Personal Construct Theory George Kelly’s Personal Construct Theory (PCT) represents an important contribution to the field of psychology. It is emphasizing the active role of individuals in
Introduction to Horney’s Theory of Personality Karen Horney, diverged from Freudian orthodoxy to introduce a neo-psychoanalytic approach emphasizing social and cultural factors over biological determinism. Her work on personality, neurotic
Introduction to Erikson’s Theory of Personality Born in Germany in 1902, Erikson’s early life was marked by questions about identity and belonging, themes that deeply influenced his theoretical work. He
Introduction John W. Atkinson’s Theory of Achievement Motivation, often referred to as the “nAch” (need for achievement), provides a framework for understanding why individuals engage in goal-directed behavior and how
What is Reliability? To understand Types of Reliability, we need to understand Reliability in psychology refers to the consistency or dependability of a measurement instrument. A test is reliable if
Introduction Item Characteristic Curve (ICC) is a graphical representation of relationship between the probability of correct P(θ) response and a test takers ability (θ). It is used to evaluate the
Introduction Item Response Theory (IRT) or Item Response Model is a new approach for Item Analysis to overcome classical test theory (CTT). It expands on the principles of ICCs by