This methodology analyzes the personality traits of the subjects, revealing their character traits that influence the types of experiences, the strength and direction of their motivations, their unique style of interaction with others, and the peculiarities of their cognitive processes. This testing provides an in-depth understanding of a child's self-awareness, his or her ability to adapt in a social environment, and how well he or she is able to relate to peers.
Who will benefit from this questionnaire?
The individual typological questionnaire developed by Lyudmila Sobczyk is aimed at children and adolescents between the ages of ten and fifteen. During this period in the lives of boys and girls character accentuations can occur especially often, which makes it especially important to identify and solve possible problems a child may face in a timely manner.
Lyudmila Sobczyk
Born on December 24, 1930, she is a prominent Russian psychologist with a doctorate in psychological sciences. Her professional activities are centered on psychodiagnostics and the study of personality psychology. The methodology in question was detailed in her dissertation. Sobczyk defended her doctoral dissertation at Moscow State University, presenting a paper on "The Psychology of Personality: Theory and Practice of Psychodiagnosis".
Interpretation of results
The analysis of the received responses is carried out in accordance with a certain scale, which includes:
- Hypoemotivity - indicates low emotional reactivity. This may mean that the child does not fully understand the underlying causes of his behavior and feelings, or was not quite frank in his answers.
- Norm - characterizes a harmoniously developed personality.
- Moderate - indicates the presence of accentuated personality traits.
- Excessive expression - indicates a tense state and difficulties in adaptation.
Unreliability of results
A high score on the "lying" scale indicates possible insincerity of the test subject or his tendency to be withdrawn, which makes the test results unreliable.
Aggravation
A condition in which a person tends to exaggerate the seriousness of his or her illnesses or symptoms, showing excessive concern for health. In contrast to harmonious personalities who are realistic about their physical condition, hypochondria is possible when this quality is in excess.
Extraversion
Characterized by the desire for active interaction with the surrounding world. Extroverts are distinguished by sociability, energy, friendliness and self-confidence, focusing in their behavior on external conditions. Excess of this quality can lead to excessive dependence on the opinions of others and increased suggestibility, manifested in anxiety and inability to concentrate.
Spontaneity
Expressed in the desire to follow one's own desires and impulses, indicating a desire for independence and freedom. Such personalities may exhibit an aversion to limits and a propensity for risky behaviors, including trying alcohol and tobacco at an early age.
Aggressiveness
This quality is characteristic of self-confident children seeking self-expression and independence. With excessive aggressiveness, impulsive behavior, truancy, hooliganism can be observed, which is most often found in boys from dysfunctional families.
Rigidity
Manifested in perseverance and persistence in achieving goals, a strong concern for their own status and the desire to maintain it. Such personalities can react painfully to the successes of others, show envy and aggression, stubbornly defending their views. The combination of high indicators on the scales "spontaneity" and "extraversion" is characteristic of the hyperintense type of personality, possessing leadership qualities and unconventional thinking.
Introversion
Indicates a focus on the inner world of the individual. High values indicate withdrawn, unsociable children who have difficulty in establishing contacts. Such children tend to be introspective, preferring solitude and reflection, and may have low self-esteem.
Sensitivity
Defined as sensitivity, impressionability and emotional instability. High levels of sensitivities increase the tendency toward depression, excessive resentfulness, and a tendency to exaggerate self-blame, making such children more prone to subordinate roles rather than leadership.
Anxiety
Extremely high values can indicate possible mental disorders. Anxious children have an acute sense of threat and anxiety even in safe environments, experiencing significant difficulties in learning and socializing. It is important to identify the roots of such anxiety to prevent the development of mental illness and facilitate their social adjustment.
Emotivity
Excess emotionality is characterized by pronounced emotional instability, manifested in rapid and sharp mood swings. Such children have a vivid imagination and tendency to fantasize, like to be the center of attention and actively participate in the cultural life of the school, showing their talents in singing, dancing, drawing or acting on the school stage.
