Assignment : Week 5
The Application Assignment is worth 60 points. There are four questions, each worth 15 points each. Answer the questions thoroughly, adding examples, yet restrict to 2 pages double spaced, (no more than 3). It helps me if you repeat the topic of the question in a heading format. (You do not have to repeat the entire question).
1) Sensation Seeking Personality. Take a look at the material on sensation Seeking on page 278 (Chapter 8). Considering the requirements for Sensation Seeking. Do you consider yourself a sensation seeker? Why or why not? What are the advantages and disadvantages of your level of sensation seeking?
No, I unquestionably do not consider myself a sensation seeker. I would have to say the reason is because I am an apprehensive individual and typically do not see the necessity of doing things out of my comfort zone to fill a sensational need. I believe the disadvantage of my level of sensation seeking is at times it can be perceived that I am boring and live a mundane life.

2) Achievement Motivation. How would you rate your own achievement motivation? In what ways is your level of achievement motivation an advantage to you? In what ways is it a disadvantage?

I would rate my achievement motivation high. I rate it high because I am a goal-oriented individual. When I aim to reach an objective I make every effort possible to succeed. It is advantageous because it eliminates procrastination. The only disadvantage I can assess is if I was to miss reaching my goal, I would be highly disappointed in myself.

3) Trait Theory of Personality. What did you learn about yourself from the reading about Trait Theories of Personality? How will you use that knowledge?

I find myself to be an open person, conscientious, an extrovert, agreeable, and neurotic at times. It made me realize that I really am a complex person. I always