Personality, Self Esteem, and Emotions

A person who is very talkable and sociable is demonstrating a high level of

• conscientiousness

• extroversion

• agreeableness

• emotional stability

According to Erikson, the main challenge people face during adolescence is

• develop competance

• develop trust

• search for identity

• look back with acceptance

Which of the following describes people with low self esteem?

• they judge themselves harshly

• they accept themselves for who they are

• they have a positive attitude

• they have a realistic view of their abilities

Self actualization is a process by which people can

• improve self esteem

• establish an identity

• reach their full potential

• develop trust

An example of a learned emotion is

• fear

• anger

• sadness

• guilt

A child who has been potty-trained starts to wet the bed again when a new baby arrives. This behavior is an example of

• regression

• denial

• projection

• compensation

Which of these is a safety need of humans?

• food

• water

• shelter

• sleep

What is another term for your sense of self?

• identity

• introversion

• environment

• personality

True or False. The experiences you have influence your personality.

• True

• False

True or False. Coping strategies are always helpful in dealing with problems

• True

• False