Discussion:
Case study of personality
Below is a case we are looking at in my study group and these are the questions we were asked to be able to answer. I am looking for a different perspective then my own.
1. Describe Donnas traits based on the information provided in the case study.
2. Apply the Five-Factor Model to assess Donna, including the OCEAN acronym.
3. Explain the rationale for your assessment.
4. Explain how Donna can also be described using Eysenckâ??s Three-Factor Model.
Case of Donna
Donna is a 51-year-old divorced mother of Dutch descent. She has two children, ages 10 and 12. Donna is not an outwardly demonstrable mother. However, she takes pride in making sure her children do the right thing at all times, as it causes her distress if people think poorly of her or her children. Donna is highly organized. She believes efficiency is a sign of responsibility. She detests surprises and likes to contemplate how best to plan, whether for vacations or what her children will wear to school each day. She tends to focus on the present and often copes with stress by using caffeine and nicotine. She smokes at least a pack of cigarettes each day.