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123654777 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which concepts are included in the definition of personality? Select all that apply.

A. Personality is the characteristic way in which a person thinks, feels, and behaves. B. Personality is the ingrained pattern of behavior that evolves as one's style of life. C. Personality is developed in sporadic stages that vary from person to person.D. Personality develops both consciously and unconsciously.E. Personality is inborn and cannot be influenced by developmental progression.

Question 2

From an interpersonal theory perspective, which intervention would a nurse use to assist a client diagnosed with major depressive disorder?

A. Encourage discussion of feelings
B. Offer family therapy sessions
C. Discuss childhood events
D. Teach alternate coping skills

Missbam101 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, D
Black and Andreasen (2011) offer a definition of personality that includes each of the concepts in answers A, B, and D. Various theorists have identified stages in the development of personality; none identify personality development as sporadic or variable.

Answer to Question 2

B
Sullivan, an interpersonal theorist, believed that individual behavior and personality development are the direct result of interpersonal relationships. Family therapy would assist the client to deal with relationships within the family system.