Character orientation
Character Orientation
Character orientation (pronunciation: /ˈkærɪktər ˌɔːriːənˈteɪʃən/) is a term used in psychology and psychoanalysis to describe the way an individual perceives, interacts with, and responds to the world. It is a fundamental aspect of an individual's personality and identity.
Etymology
The term "character orientation" is derived from the English words "character", meaning the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual, and "orientation", meaning the relative physical position or direction. The term was first used in the field of psychology in the early 20th century.
Related Terms
- Character structure: The deep-seated formative patterns and tendencies that shape an individual's behavior and responses.
- Personality: The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character.
- Identity: The fact of being who or what a person or thing is.
- Psychoanalysis: A system of psychological theory and therapy that aims to treat mental disorders by investigating the interaction of conscious and unconscious elements in the mind.
- Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Character orientation
- Wikipedia's article - Character orientation
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