Applying psychology to my life

Assignment 2 – Applying psychology to my life

Over the past three weeks, you have been exposed to many concepts, theories, and terms related to psychology. Now is the time to make personal application to the concepts. This personal application of concepts learned is one of the things that makes psychology such an interesting area of study. Not all courses of study have such a direct application to our own lives. You will research and write about the following topics:

“To what extent does your personality influence your academic performance”

1. Define Personality. 2. Define personality traits. 3. How do your personality traits influence your academic performance? 4. What approaches could you take to ensure success in your studies?

You will read and research at least four scholarly sources from the Keiser Online Library and then identify, discuss, and place this concept in proper context in your own life. After you have identified this concept, you will then explain ways this concept can be applied to your own life with examples. I hope you enjoy your research and this personal application.

Make sure to support each one with citations and references from your scholarly sources. Utilize the final paper example listed below to ensure that your sections are set up correctly.

You are required to write at least 800 words in a Word document. This paper is worth 20% of your grade. Please use the APA format, cite and list at least four (4) sources from the Keiser Online Library. There is an APA paper example listed below. To submit your paper, click on the Applying Psychology to My Life Paper link under Week 3. Then click on the View/Complete link at the bottom of the page. Then attach your paper. Follow the directions below for a step- by-step process.

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