Physical Education A-Level
Layered model of personality
What Layered model of personality means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Hollander's model treats personality as layered: a psychological core, typical responses and role-related behaviour, so behaviour shifts with the situation while a stable core remains.
Topics that use Layered model of personality
- Aspects of personality (AQA A-Level)
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- Stability and change in sporting behaviour
- Stable and enduring characteristics
- Behaviour as a function of personality and environment
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