Personality Theory
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Brainstorming is given to offer some background on Penelope Garcia from Criminal minds in relation to two personality theories that can possibly relate to her personality.
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400 words of notes and 2 references briefly explore this television character using theoretical premises.
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First of all, the abundance of selflessness and deep sense of determination that Garcia exhibits seem to align closely with Carl Rogers' theory as it targets compassion, like her character portrays not only professionally but also personally. The fact that Rogers sees people as inherently good is something that her caring demeanor also fosters. Like Rogers who deems mental illnesses, criminality, and other abnormal behaviors as distortions of that natural tendency, this theory also correlates with Garcia's own work philosophies and attitudes.
Similarly, Rogers' theory also stresses the actualizing tendency, another trait that Garcia also showcases through her job ...
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