In over 200 articles and 15 books, Cattell (late psychology and personality assessment, U. of Illinois) pioneered studies in theory as well as in assessment methodology that is serving as the
foundation of computer-aided research. Here Cattrell introduces students to essential concepts and to experimental, quantitative and statistical research. He examines the methods by which
personality can be studies, the formation of personality by environment and heredity, the larger dimensions of personality structure, advanced traits and their integration, techniques of
objective personality measurement, main features of dynamic structures, clinical measurement of conflict and maladjustment, analysis of the concept of integration of personality, the
development of personality according to classical and new models, personality testing and the school child, and the role of personality testing in the solution of social problems, including
choice of vocation and involvement in socio-political life. Annotation 穢2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
