Unlock the Secrets of Personality Dynamics and Processes with This Comprehensive Handbook

Written by renowned author John F. Rauthmann, The Handbook of Personality Dynamics and Processes is a definitive guide to the fundamental concepts, theories, methods, and applications of personality dynamics and processes.

From Descriptive Research to Dynamic Science

This book chronicles the evolution of personality psychology from descriptive research to a more explanatory and dynamic science of personality. By bridging structure- and process-based approaches, it provides a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic organization and interplay of thoughts, feelings, desires, and actions within individuals.

Advanced Methods for Assessing Dynamic Personality

The handbook tackles each topic with a range of innovative methods, including:

• Ecological momentary sampling of personality manifestations in real-life
• Dynamic modeling of time-series or longitudinal personality data
• Network modeling and simulation
• Systems-theoretical models of dynamic processes

These cutting-edge approaches enable researchers and scholars to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic nature of personality.

Covering the Spectrum of Personality Dynamics and Processes

This comprehensive handbook covers a broad range of topics, including:

• Biophysiological and social mechanisms underlying the expression and effects of personality
• Within-person consistency and variability
• The dynamic interplay of thoughts, feelings, desires, and actions

By addressing these critical aspects of personality dynamics and processes, this handbook provides a rich source of knowledge and insights for scholars, researchers, and students alike.

Published by Elsevier Science in 2021, The Handbook of Personality Dynamics and Processes is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of personality. With its engaging and accessible style, this book is sure to become a seminal work in the field of personality psychology.

ISBN: 9780128139950 (Hardcover) | 9780128139967 (E-book)

Language: English