The Psychology of Personal Constructs

The Psychology of Personal Constructs
Author: George Kelly
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 470
Release: 2003-08-16
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 113495736X

First published in 1992. Unavailable for many years this is a reissue of George Kelly's classic work. It is the bible of personal construct psychology written by its founder. The second volume presents the implications for clinical practice.

George Kelly

George Kelly
Author: Trevor Butt
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2008-03-26
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1350312703

Kelly's pragmatic approach to psychology arose from his clinical practice and has been a strong formative influence on clinical psychology and personality theory. Taking us through the development of Kelly's work and setting it in its historical context, this is a fascinating account of one of the foremost personality theories of the 20th century.

Inquiring Man

Inquiring Man
Author: Donald Bannister
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 283
Release: 2013-01-11
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1134966598

A completely revised and updated edition of the classic introduction to Kelly's theory of Personal Constructs.

A Theory of Personality

A Theory of Personality
Author: George Kelly
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 216
Release: 1963
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 9780393001525

"A genuine new departure and a spirited contribution to the psychology of personality." --Jerome S. Bruner

Personal Construct Psychology in Clinical Practice

Personal Construct Psychology in Clinical Practice
Author: David Winter
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 484
Release: 2013-08-06
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1134961529

Personal Construct Psychology in Clinical Practice provides a comprehensive review of the clinical applications of personal construct theory. It is the first such attempt to bring together the findings from a widely scattered literature and as such will serve as a major reference work both for those already familiar with PCT and for those with little knowledge of it. David Winter provides theoretical analyses, research findings, and descriptions of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches in relation to a wide range of clinical problems, amply illustrated with case material. Guidelines are provided for clinicians wishing to employ methods derived from the theory, such as the repertory grid technique. The author is highly respected in the field and has employed PCT in his clinical research and practice for the past twenty years.

Constructivist Approaches and Research Methods

Constructivist Approaches and Research Methods
Author: Pam Denicolo
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2016-09-07
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1473987377

This book provides a comprehensive overview of personal construct psychology (PCP) that will help researchers understand the why′s, what′s and how′s of conducting a rigorous constructivist research project. From the theoretical underpinnings of constructivist approaches to the practical values of these techniques, these three expert authors explain how to conduct interpretative, constructivist research from inception to completion. Key topics include: Understanding research philosophies and paradigms Constructing and exploring personal realities Establishing effective research procedures Evaluating grids, mapping, narrative and other research methods Managing the practicalities of fieldwork Analysing and presenting data With activities and procedural examples from a wide range of disciplines woven throughout the text and two special chapters featuring in-depth case studies from a variety of constructivist researchers, this book helps readers grasp the tools, designs, and opportunities of interpretative research. An essential companion for both researchers and practitioners looking to understand people’s values, attitudes, beliefs, perceptions, or motivations!

A Manual for Repertory Grid Technique

A Manual for Repertory Grid Technique
Author: Fay Fransella
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2004-02-06
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0470090804

First published in 1977, this now classic manual has been completely revised and updated to reflect the enormous changes that have taken place both in the popularity of repertory grid methods and in the study of the methods themselves. Aimed at novices as well as those already knowledgeable about grid usage, this manual provides an overview of George Kelly’s personal construct theory, which underpins repertory grid methods. The reader will learn how to design a grid, with guidance on how to choose elements and ways of eliciting personal constructs that can influence the results obtained. The second edition includes multiple examples of grids, as well as: New chapters on the main computer methods of analysis available Supporting website with grid analysis programs available to download Extended annotated bibliography of the many examples of grid usage This book will appeal to psychology students, practitioners and academics. Other professionals who will find this an invaluable guide include managers, teachers and educationalists, speech and language therapists, nurses, probation officers and psychiatrists.

The Role of Constructs in Psychological and Educational Measurement

The Role of Constructs in Psychological and Educational Measurement
Author: Henry I. Braun
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 327
Release: 2001-09-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1135649898

Contributors to the volume represent an international "who's who" of research scientists from the fields of psychology and measurement. It offers the insights of these leading authorities regarding cognition and personality. In particular, they address the roles of constructs and values in clarifying the theoretical and empirical work in these fields, as well as their relation to educational assessment. It is intended for professionals and students in psychology and assessment, and almost anyone doing research in cognition and personality.

The Psychology of Personnel Selection

The Psychology of Personnel Selection
Author: Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2010-01-14
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1139485261

This engaging and thought-provoking text introduces the main techniques, theories, research and debates in personnel selection, helping students and practitioners to identify the major predictors of job performance as well as the most suitable methods for assessing them. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic and Adrian Furnham provide a comprehensive, critical and up-to-date review of the constructs we use in assessing people – intelligence, personality, creativity, leadership and talent – and explore how these help us to predict differences in individuals' performance. Covering selection techniques such as interviews, references, biographical data, judgement tests and academic performance, The Psychology of Personnel Selection provides a lively discussion of both the theory behind the use of such techniques and the evidence for their usefulness and validity. The Psychology of Personnel Selection is essential reading for students of psychology, business studies, management and human resources, as well as for anyone involved in selection and assessment at work.