How should multifaceted personality constructs be tested? Issues illustrated by self-monitoring, attributional style, and hardiness.
J Pers Soc Psychol
; 56(4): 577-85, 1989 Apr.
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| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-2651646
ABSTRACT
Two or more dimensions unintentionally varied simultaneously are said to be confounded, but several theories in personality intentionally combine 3 or more distinct qualities. Researchers using these theories sum the qualities before testing predictions. How wise is this practice? The practice appears to derive from 2 distinct lines of reasoning. One of them assumes that the component dimensions converge on a single underlying quality (latent variable) that each reflects imperfectly. The other assumes a synergy among dimensions. Issues arising from each line of reasoning are illustrated by examining self-monitoring, attributional style, and hardiness. Conclusions are that (a) information is lost whenever a latent variable theory is tested solely by a composite and (b) a synergistic theory can be tested only through a statistical interaction.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Testes de Personalidade
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Enquadramento Psicológico
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Adaptação Psicológica
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Controle Interno-Externo
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Relações Interpessoais
Tipo de estudo:
Prognostic_studies
Limite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Pers Soc Psychol
Ano de publicação:
1989
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Article