PSY Final Milestone

January 10, 2016

INTRODUCTION

In this article personality disorder symptoms were explored by using a sample on 174 young people to evaluate their affiliation with well-being during puberty. In order to identity consolidation, Erikson’s theory of psychosocial growth and development were used and variations in pubertal well-being were theorized as indirect gauges.

CRITICAL ANALYSIS (PART I)

1.1 Abstract and Introduction

This article is a master piece in the literature history as from the beginning to end; it thoroughly explains and describes each and every aspect of the concerned topic. The title is well representative of the subject matter. It clearly highlights the area, personality disorder symptoms by using Erikson’s development theory which will be discussed in the article. Indeed the caption of the article is a marvel which unlocks the truth about the article. Its beginning is so powerful that it grabs the attention of the reader and the abstract is well augmented by the focus sentences of the entire article. Hence, its title is a gateway to the abstract leading the readers to move towards the abstract and main content of the paper. Therefore, the author has done full justice in selecting the most appropriate title which correlates with the abstract to achieve maximum readership for its paper.

1.2 Purpose of the Article

The objective of the article is very clear in the introduction. The author has clearly stated the idea and rational behind the paper. It explains that personality syndromes reveal maladaptive and rigid personality attributes that are displayed in an extensive range of communal and personal circumstances and cause noteworthy functional deficiency or subjective grief (American Psychiatric Association, 1994). Earlier it was believed that personality disorders occurred in adulthood only, but now researchers have identified that they can appear even at an early stage of adolescence. Adolescent’s personality disorders are related to functional deficiency in interpersonal relations and academic enactment (Bernstein, 1993).

In order to explore how personality disorders have effect on the psychosocial growth and development, the study will make use of longitudinal data from a public sample. Psychosocial development theories of Erikson’s (Erikson, 1950, 1968)demonstrates different phases of normal and abnormal persona growth, which laid foundation to frame hypotheses about how personality disorders would have an effect on normative errands of puberty and adolescent maturity:

i. Framing welfare through the consolidation of identity.

ii. Formulating understanding in the form of long-lasting and dedicated romantic associations

1.3 Clarity of idea

The author has a very clear vision, complete and thorough understanding about the topic, therefore he demonstrates the central idea very effectively and in meaningful terms. All the views, methods and concepts are given equal weight age. Therefore, every part of paper is well balanced and well-adjusted. Neither any idea nor any concept is over or under valued and even over or under expressed. The author has left no space for amendments, while explaining the central theme of the paper.

However, only one perspective was casted little light on it and that is latent growth models examined the vigorous forces that have an effect on teen development without taking into consideration how and when young people settle individual clashes of individuality or relationship, thereby authorizing them to alter their course of paths. Hence it would be more fruitful and beneficial to explore such turning points and how they can have long-lasting effects on a young individual’s growth and development.

1.4 Clarity of statements

Apart from the idea, the author is also very clear in expressing his views as well. Precision and simple language has further enhanced its value and worth. All the statements are focused and specific. There is a continuous linkage between each other and are well organized. There does not occur any sort of ambiguity in any statement or sentence. There exists a continuous flow in the statements which makes it reader friendly. Hence, it can rightly be said that the author knows the tactics to capture the interest of reader by use of simple, effective, meaningful and precise language.

1.5 Underlying assumptions

No specific assumptions were made in the study as it is based on latent growth models using Erick’s theory of growth and development.

1.6 Authors attitude towards discussion

The author discussed the results very realistically. He was unbiased in forming his opinion. The author through his word choice, figurative language, sentence structure and grammatical hold shows the adoption of objective attitude towards writing of paper. In the paper, descriptive details are confined, and the author represented a sensible view of the subject by recognizing other perspectives and quoting rational explanations held by consistent, well-sourced evidences.

SUBJECTIVE ANALYSIS (PART II)

The rationale behind choosing this particular paper was that personality disorders has been a subject of great interest for me. It was great opportunity to learn more about it by selecting this paper. I have got better understanding and insight of it now.

Erikson’s theory is certainly beneficial up to this time. It works as a worldwide and eternal guide on the growth of every individual and basis of core elucidations on what’s, how whys, etc. of their life. These mostly describe phases of man and its development, or the psychosocial crises are rational and offer perceptive explanations that provide the details of how the human character actually progresses. It merely refers to the perception of the means (stages, tasks, and resolutions) on how we matured into adults. There are a number of research studies that take into account the application of the theory (e.g. Jenkins et al, 2005; Markstrom, 1999; Zauszniewski & Martin, 1999; Johnson, 1993; Salamon, 1993; Ginsburg, 1992).

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Jenkins, S. M., Buboltz, Jr., W.C., Schwartz, J.P., & Johnson, P. 2005. Differentiation of self and psychosocial development. Contemporary Family Therapy, Vol. 27, No. 2, pp. 251-261.

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Markstrom, C. A. 1999. Religious involvement and adolescent psychosocial Development. Journal of Adolescence, 22, pp. 205-221.

Salamone, F. 1993. Erikson In Nigeria - Exploring The Universality Of The Theory Of Psychosocial Development. Anthropos, Vol. 88, Nos. 1-3, pp. 87.

Zauszniewski, J. A. & Martin, M. H. 1999. Developmental Task Achievement and Learned Resourcefulness in Healthy Older Adults. Archives of Psychiatric Nursing, Vol. XIII, No. 1 (February), pp. 41-47.