Trait Theory of Personality: The Big Five Test

Answer these questions about Trait Theory and the Big 5 Personality Test:

1. What is the primary focus of trait theory of personality?
2. Explain the differences between cardinal traits, central traits and secondary traits.
3. What are two common criticisms of trait theory?
4. Identify and briefly explain each of the five dimensions of personality according to McCrae and Costa.
5. What are two strengths of McCrae and Costa's five factor model of personality?

The Placebo Effect

Your assignment is to write a 2-3 paragraph, short essay, about the placebo effect.  You should be able to explain what it is, for which conditions is it most often used, how effective is it, why does is sometimes work and is it ethical to use this as a treatment.  Provide examples to back up your statements.  Also, provide at least 2 pictures relevant to your topic.

The Placebo Effect - What is it? Does it really work?

We've all heard of the "Placebo Effect" but what is it, really?  How does it work and does it really work?
We are going to begin study of this perception issue and, hopefully, answer these questions and more.  Your assignment is to read and evaluate one of the articles from the link below.
Your response should include:
1. explain what is meant by "placebo effect".
2. explain what the article is telling us - what did you learn from the article?

3. how do you see this topic relating to the overall topic of perception?

Include one picture illustrating your response and site your article by including the link in your posting.

http://www.psychologytoday.com/collections/201201/the-placebo-effect

Optical Illusions: Messing With Your Perception

http://dragon.uml.edu/psych/illusion.html