Personality Trait Theory

Personality trait theory consists of several approaches in measuring traits (Funder, 2013). The options include; the single trait approach, which helps to identify traits by asking; what do people like that do? (Funder, 2013). The many trait approach asks who does that. And the essential trait approach questions which traits are the greatest importance? The typological approach centers on identifying types of people, and that type is categorized by a pattern of traits (Funder, 2013). The single trait approach focuses on three important traits: conscientiousness, Self-Monitoring, and Narcissism. The many trait approach utilizes personality tests to assist in examining many traits at the same time (Funder, 2013).
One of the main purposes of tests, such as the California Q-test, is to identify traits that may lead to drug abuse, or depression. These tests assist in identifying an individual who is high in behaviors such as being nervous, emotionally unstable, and susceptible to stress (Funder, 2013). The Q-test may also provide insight into behaviors that predict depression. Including behaviors such as, being shy, self-punishing, or un-socialized (J. Block, Gjerde, & Block, 1991) (Funder, 2013). The essential trait approach takes steps to narrow down the field of traits that were

The research explores the outcomes of being separated from a romantic partner for a year, and what traits would you consider to be essential in your partner (Cooley et al., 2013). For the purpose of this study, the focus is where does agreeableness fit in with coordination of this event, and how does being trustworthy and honest, relate to trusting your partner will remain faithful during the absence (Cooley et al.,