Handbook of Research Methods in Personality Psychology

Book Overview

Bringing together leading investigators, this comprehensive handbook is a one-stop reference for anyone planning or conducting research on personality. It provides up-to-date analyses of the rich array of methodological tools available today, giving particular attention to real-world theoretical and logistical challenges and how to overcome them. In chapters filled with detailed, practical examples, readers are shown step by step how to formulate a suitable research design, select and use high-quality measures, and manage the complexities of data analysis and interpretation. Coverage ranges from classic methods like self-report inventories and observational procedures to such recent innovations as neuroimaging and genetic analyses.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1606236121
• ISBN13: 9781606236123
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 719 Pages
• Weight: 2.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.6" x 9.6"