The Psychologist's Book of Self-Tests - 25 Love, Sex, Intelligence, Career, And Personality Tests

Informationen zum Autor Louis H. Janda Klappentext How comfortable are you with success? Do you possess above-average intelligence? Who do you believe controls your fate? How well do you really know yourself? Psychologists have spent years trying to help people answer these questions. Now, you con benefit from this research -- and uncover your strengths and weaknesses -- with this collection of actual personality tests developed by psychologists for professional use. Twenty-five tests cover every aspect of your personality: intelligence, ambition, self-esteem, platonic and romantic relationships, and sexuality. And at the end of each test, expert advice is included that will help you change your life for the better. The personality profile that emerges will give you valuable insight into yourself -- and point you in the right direction on your quest for self-improvement.Sample Test How Assertive Are You? The Rathus Assertiveness Schedule Directions : Indicate how uncharacteristic or descriptive each of the following statements is of you by using the code given below: +3 very characteristic of me, extremely descriptive +2 rather characteristic of me, quite descriptive +1 somewhat characteristic of me, slightly descriptive -1 somewhat uncharacteristic of me, slightly nondescriptive -2 rather uncharacteristic of me, quite nondescriptive -3 very uncharacteristic of me, extremely nondescriptive 1. Most people seem to be more aggressive and assertive than I am. 2. I have hesitated to make or accept dates because of shyness. 3. When the food served at a restaurant is not done to my satisfaction, I complain about it to the waiter or waitress. 4. I am careful to avoid hurting other people's feelings, even when I feel that I have been injured. 5. If a salesman has gone to considerable trouble to show me merchandise that is not quite suitable, I have a difficult time saying no. 6. When I am asked to do something, I insist upon knowing why. 7. There are times when I look for a good, vigorous argument. 8. I strive to get ahead as well as most people in my position. 9. To be honest, people often take advantage of me. 10. I enjoy starting conversations with new acquaintances and strangers. 11. I often don't know what to say to attractive persons of the opposite sex. 12. I hesitate to make phone calls to business establishments and institutions. 13. I would rather apply for a job or for admission to a college by writing letters than by going through with personal interviews. 14. I find it embarrassing to return merchandise. 15. If a close and respected relative were annoying me, I would smother my feelings rather than express my annoyance. 16. I have avoided asking questions for fear of sounding stupid. 17. During an argument I am sometimes afraid that I will get so upset that I will shake all over. 18. If a famed and respected lecturer makes a statement that I think is incorrect, I will have the audience hear my point of view as well. 19. I avoid arguing over prices with clerks and salesmen. 20. When I have done something important or worthwhile, I manage to let others know about it. 21. I am open and frank about my feelings. 22. If someone has been spreading false and bad stories about me, I see that person as soon as possible to have a talk about it. 23. I often have a hard time saying no. 24. I tend to bottle up my emotions rather than make a scene. 25. I complain about poor service in a restaurant or elsewhere. 26. When I am given a compliment, I sometimes just don't know what to say. 27. If a couple near me in a theater or at a lecture were conversing rather loudly, I would ask them to be quiet or t...

Product details

• Authors: Janda, Louis H Janda, Louis H. Janda
• Publisher: Tarcher, J.P. Publishers
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 01.07.1996
• EAN: 9780399522116
• ISBN: 978-0-399-52211-6
• No. of pages: 240
• Dimensions: 130 mm x 203 mm x 16 mm
• Series: Perigee; Perigee
• Subject: Guides > Spirituality > Esoterics