Clinical Personality Analysis

The term personality is used to describe a representative of a person’s patterns in behavior, ways of thinking and feeling, and social traits. The American Psychology Association states that the study of personality is to understand the individual differences in personality characteristics as well as understanding the different parts of one’s personality that contribute to their whole self (Kazdin, 2000). One form of personality assessment is categorized as structured, also known as objective assessment. Objective assessment is a standardized self- report measure that typically comes in a forced- answer format (Hays, p. 256). This type of personality assessments helps clinicians gather data that reveals a person’s specific personality traits

This paper introduces the overview of personality assessment approaches in use currently in society. It proceeds to review the big five personality measures, its validity in prediction of personality types (Archer, 2011). The topic on MIPS questionnaires use in personality measurements and scoring methods used by the system is reviewed. Aspects on the social desirability trait and the distortion produced in responses to evaluation questionnaires, being a significant part of the problems in personality assessment is examined. Social desirability does not have an influence on the predictive validity of personality assessments. It is not related to performance in the job. Various strategies used for reduction of social desirability have been studied. The various tools used in assessments are recapitulated including some methodological aspects (Weiner, 2009). Cultural aspects in evaluation of personality discussed are touched upon. Two case studies are used to show the real life situation of personality assessment.

For the trait questionnaire, I was very surprised at the findings. One trait that surprised me the most was the determination trait. I personally believe that I am a determined individual because if I have an idea, I stand by it 100%. My colleagues and my family however, thought differently and rated me neutrally for the most part. Other than that trait, I can see why the people I asked to rate me did so that way. For the skills questionnaire, I was surprised that I have more technical skills than human skills. The reason why I was surprised is because on a day to day basis, I interact with different

I personally think that this test got some of my personality traits but not all of it was spot on. It said that I am an

Part one of the test entitled “What About me” was both insightful and an interesting view into understanding more about how my personality works on The Big Five scale. My score was moderate in extroversion and agreeableness, high in conscientiousness and emotional stability, and low in openness to experience. My high scores indicate that I value harmony, and that I pursue fewer goals in a purposeful way. My low score indicated that I am conventional and like what is familiar. My Jungian personality type is ESTJ which means that I am realistic as well as logical and decisive, and have a natural knack for business. My scores in this section, also indicate that I am an extreme type A personality. This personality type is extremely

When I took the big five personality test the questions were more basic questions about myself and not more about my opinion than what I was expecting. Some of the questions asking how I felt in big groups, did I like being the center of attention, and do I get along with people. When it came agreeableness I scored in the medium range. It says that I am very considerate of others, and typically try to avoid conflict, and people tend to describe me as friendly, generous, and helpful. Conscientiousness I scored in the medium range as well. This means that at times, I am a very driven and hard-working, but that doesn’t mean I don’t set time aside to have fun. It also states that I’m able to set a comfortable balance between work and fun. I scored moderately in neurotic. Which means at times, I can be anxious or emotional at times, while at other times, I’m relaxed and calm. I have a medium level of extraversion. This means that at times, I get energy from being around others; but at other times, I get your energy by being alone. Finally, I have a medium level of openness to experience. With this score it says that at times, I can be very creative, curious, and adventurous. While at other times, I prefer routine. As I was reading what my scores stood for and what it had to say about my personality I started to think about different parts of my life. As I was thinking I started to realize that that this teat really got my personality right. It was kind of fun to read and put together who I am as a

I believe the questionnaire was somehow accurate in terms of the questions that were asked. However, I consider that 54 questions are very few to identify or deny the presence of a personality disorder. According to my personal point of view, a more in depth questionnaire is needed in order to properly diagnose a patient. In addition to that, I felt that some questions partially related to me, but not entirely. As it was, for instance, Question # 8. The question suggests that one would rather be alone than spend time with family and friends. This is somehow accurate, but not because close relationships do not interest me and I don't enjoy them or purse them, but because as a mother of three, I rarely have some free

Based on our discussion in class, two of my personality characteristics, which are a good match for the profession, are patience and emotionally stable. I am a really patient person overall. I believe that for this profession it is a good personality characteristic to have because there will times when your client will be uncooperative or simply not having it and you will need patience. When I used to work as an SLPA, I had a lot of kids with behavioral issues and I was known as being the patient “therapist”. I believe that when you take things calm it allows you to make better decisions. As for the personality characteristic of emotionally stable, I consider myself a very relaxed person and I don’t let a bad day get in the way of other things.

Overall I would say the Extraversion scores describe me pretty well. I’m typically quiet and subdued unless I’m around a group of people I know well or a given conversation point is something of high interest or notably relatable. In those situations, I can be and often enjoy steering discussions or even speaking in front of large groups. In most cases however, I do typically prefer to avoid large groups and need as well as highly enjoy personal quiet or down time. For friendliness, I do consider myself a very positive and enjoyable person for others to interact with, but I don’t go out of my way to be friendly or engaging with others. The almost low score for gregariousness is accurate, I really don’t usually enjoy interactions within

The NEO PIR is a test to identify important personality traits and assess normal adult personality. The test is centered on a five factor model or the big five, of personality. The five factor model or the five personality domains are the main test categories (Costa & McCrae, 2015). The test is widely used in clinical psychology, behavioral medicine, psychiatric, vocation counseling and professional settings to assess personality. The test consists of 240 questions and takes approximately 35 minutes to complete and requires a sixth grade reading level (Costa & McCrae, 2015). The NEO PIR has undergone many updates since the original publication in the 1970’s. The NEO PIR is primarily used to assed adult personality not intended to assess mental health issues. The NEO PIR is an internationally recognized and reputable standard for personality assessment.

The personality assessment inventory tests provide results on my individual personality, values, motivation, decision making, communication, team skills, conflict skills, organizational structure preference, and stress. These results are broken down briefly in three parts and do not include any personal speculation or analysis as to their meaning. The application of these results are further applied and explains how the results noted from the tests and in the first step will make me a better employee, co-worker, and manager within my organization. These tests mentioned above are applied in conjunction with particular examples on how I can achieve becoming a better employee, co-worker, and manager. An explanation of how my personality and experiences were affected by the Holy Spirit is also discussed. Particularly, how potential weaknesses have become strengths with the guidance of the Lord.

In this summary I will present the parallels I discovered between the results of my assessment and the personality traits I feel I possess. I will also present my strengths and weaknesses as they relate to each personality type code, E, N, F, and J, and how my preferences in how I think and behave, can both positively and negatively impact my environment.

There are a number of personality assessments available for clinicians to implement with the same intended purpose- to obtain a deeper understanding of an individual’s personality. Whether the answers to the questions are self-reported by the individual taking the assessment, or recorded by the clinician, the answers themselves are not what is most important. Whether it is related to a specific diagnosis, or a previous experience, these tests are administered to gain insight into an individual’s thought processes and psyche, and may be used to help with the diagnosis of psychopathology. Many of these assessments achieve their insight by asking a series of questions in a questionnaire format, while others use a technique to encourage the individual to provide information in their own way. One of these assessments is the Rorschach test, which is intended to use the answer to the assessment as a basis for determining the thought process of an individual, and determining a psychiatric diagnosis. While the Rorschach test may be a useful tool for gathering information and insight into an individual’s thoughts, its use as a diagnostic tool is debatable.

People in general tend to ask questions about personality. ’What am I like? What is my friend really like?’ It is common to judge people because of their ’lack of personality’, when we think about someone who is boring or having a ’good personality’ refering to a person who is interesting. In personality psychology there is no evaluation in terms of idea of goodness of somebody’s personality, but there is an aim to define it in a scientific and objective way (Pervin & Cervone, 2010). There are many definitions of personality, but generally we can describe it as a collection of characteristics or traits that have an influence on our thoughts and behaviour, and can lead us to success or failure in some situations (Pervin & Cervone, 2010).

I found doing this paper quite exciting to a certain point, until I really took a moment to glance back into my life and see the changes that have taken place. Through the years I have wondered what made me change my personality towards the way I look at things but now I see why. I drastically made those changes due to the different people and environments I have been. My personality started out as helping anyone I could, even if it left me broke. I still had that great feeling of helping someone out. My sense of humor and acting silly is something I can’t change because I myself enjoy it so much and need it; in this day and age. I have change me eagerness to