Discussion: Analyzing a Fictional Character’s Personality

During this module you have examined eight personality theoretical perspective and some of their corresponding theories. Additionally, you have examined cultural considerations to consider when analyzing a subject. In this Discussion, you practice analyzing a subject from the perspective of personality theory and consider cultural considerations as part of the analysis. (Note: Your fictional character analysis is for the purposes of this Discussion only. Clinical analysis and diagnosis require additional formal training and would never be conducted without first meeting the individual).

To Prepare

• Select a public figure or celebrity, real or fictional character to analyze from the personality theory/theoretical orientation of your choice. Be sure to select a character about whose personality you know a solid amount.
• Reflect on cultural considerations applicable to your character analysis. 

By Day 4

Post the character you chose and a 3-4 paragraph analysis, including the personality theory/theoretical orientation you chose and cultural considerations you considered. 

Read your colleagues’ postings.