Assessing personality refers to the process of evaluating an individual's unique characteristics, traits, and behaviors to gain insights into their psychological makeup.
Related terms
Trait Theory: Trait theory focuses on identifying and measuring stable characteristics that define individuals' personalities.
Behavioral Assessment: Behavioral assessment involves observing and recording specific behaviors in order to assess an individual's personality or psychological functioning.
Self-report Measures: Self-report measures are questionnaires or surveys filled out by individuals themselves to provide information about their own personality traits and behaviors.