The Art and Science of Personality Development

Book Details

• Author: Dan P. McAdams

• Brand: GUILFORD PRESS

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Hardcover

• Format: Import

• Number of Pages: 368

• Release Date: 15-04-2015

• ISBN: 9781462519958

• Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 1.2 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book

Drawing on cutting-edge personality and developmental research, Dan P. McAdams presents a groundbreaking theory of human development, offering a deeply integrative perspective on how individuals evolve over the life course. This insightful book introduces three distinct layers of personality:

• The social actor, who expresses emotional and behavioral traits

• The motivated agent, who pursues goals and values

• The autobiographical author, who constructs a personal story

Through these layers, McAdams provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the complexity of human personality development. The book is highly accessible, making it suitable for scholars and students alike, while its use of rich portraits of famous individuals helps illustrate theoretical concepts and empirical findings.

As an essential resource in the field of personality development, this work not only expands the understanding of individual identity but also enriches the reader’s grasp of human life stories. McAdams' ability to connect scientific theory with real-life examples makes this book an invaluable reference for anyone interested in the intersection of personality, development, and psychology.