DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1. Proverbs 13:24 phrase, “spare the rod, spoil the child” is often used to convey the idea that if a parent or authority figure fails to discipline or correct a child’s misbehavior, the child will grow up spoiled or undisciplined. Is punishment an effective tool for teaching children how to behave? In what situations is it most effective? In what situations, if any, should punishment not be used? Integrate current psychologist’s or expert’s stance on punishment in your response.
2. Reflecting upon Bandura’s Social Cognitive Learning theory, locate a video online about this theory. Share the video link with the class along with a personal example of how this is implemented in your real life. How can we control such learning and personality influences?
3. The purpose of this assignment is to provide you with an opportunity to produce a preliminary version of your personal reflection and growth plan. The rough draft serves as an important step in the writing process, allowing you to generate initial ideas, develop a coherent structure, and begin fleshing out your arguments and supporting evidence.
Reflect on your personal growth through the lens of personality psychology. Your task is to write a reflective essay that summarizes your understanding of personality psychology, how it relates to your own personality, and how you plan to apply this knowledge to achieve personal growth in your chosen areas. Be sure to include specific examples and personal anecdotes to support your ideas.
In 850-1,000 words include the following in your reflection:
• A reflection on your own personality traits, strengths, weaknesses, and tendencies (preferences, behaviors, etc.). Consider how these traits have influenced your personal growth and development in areas such as relationships, personal goals, academic pursuits, and career aspirations.
• Two to three areas of personal growth that you would like to focus on. These could include improving communication skills, managing stress more effectively, developing leadership abilities, improving relationships, strengthening your spiritual wellness, pursuing a new career path, etc.
• Identify strategies and techniques that can help you work towards your chosen areas of personal growth using theoretical perspectives and assessments from the course. For example, if you have identified improving communication skills as a goal, you might consider practicing active listening or learning how to express yourself more effectively. Discuss how these improvements might impact your future academic, career, and relationship success.