Psychological Exploration of the Human Personality and Psychopathology

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Doc. PhDr. Panajotis Cakirpaloglu, DrSc.

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The general research plan aims to important aspects of personality psychology in society, especially in the field of psychological assessment, development and value growth, traffic culture, dynamics of work teams, experiencing peer pressure, bullying in the workplace.

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1) APPLIED DIAGNOSTICS OF PERSONALITY, THE RELATION BETWEEN PERSONALITY AND PSYCHOPATHOLOGY, THE TRANSFER AND DEVELOPMENT OF NEW METHODS

Alternatives to the five factor model of personality	Select Show
Guarantor: prof. PhDr. Alena Plháková, CSc. Co-organisers: PhDr. Olga Pechová, Ph.D., PhDr. Daniel Dostál, Ph.D., Mgr. Tereza Záškodná (DSP student), Mgr. Klára Machů (DSP student) Abstract: The problems with the five factor model of personality when measuring and predicting certain aspects of personality associated with ethically tinged behavior led to the creation of two parallel concepts to fill this gap. These are the six factor model (HEXACO), which describes a sixth factor, which is honesty-humility (honor-humility), and the earlier concept of the dark triad, which describes the influence of three subclinical personality traits, which are narcissism, machiavellism, and psychopathy. The analysis of both concepts is a major issue in contemporary psychology. Grant support: FPVČ (Narcissism as a personality trait, SPP: 452100351)

Alternatives to the five factor model of personality

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Guarantor: prof. PhDr. Alena Plháková, CSc.
Co-organisers: PhDr. Olga Pechová, Ph.D., PhDr. Daniel Dostál, Ph.D., Mgr. Tereza Záškodná (DSP student), Mgr. Klára Machů (DSP student)

Abstract: The problems with the five factor model of personality when measuring and predicting certain aspects of personality associated with ethically tinged behavior led to the creation of two parallel concepts to fill this gap. These are the six factor model (HEXACO), which describes a sixth factor, which is honesty-humility (honor-humility), and the earlier concept of the dark triad, which describes the influence of three subclinical personality traits, which are narcissism, machiavellism, and psychopathy. The analysis of both concepts is a major issue in contemporary psychology.

Grant support: FPVČ (Narcissism as a personality trait, SPP: 452100351)

Exploring interpersonal factors of personality and psychopathology through projective methods	Select Show
Guarantor: PhDr. Martin Seitl, Ph.D. Co-organisers: PhDr. Martin Lečbych, Ph.D. The aim of this research is to explore the relationship between projective techniques (Rorschach, Hand test) and interpersonal personality factors, which are identified on the basis of self-report questionnaires on personality traits. The research contributes to the knowledge base of the combination of personality and self-evaluation projective approach. It focuses on pro-social aspects of personality (empathy). Grant support: FPVČ, MŠMT

Exploring interpersonal factors of personality and psychopathology through projective methods

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Guarantor: PhDr. Martin Seitl, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: PhDr. Martin Lečbych, Ph.D.

The aim of this research is to explore the relationship between projective techniques (Rorschach, Hand test) and interpersonal personality factors, which are identified on the basis of self-report questionnaires on personality traits. The research contributes to the knowledge base of the combination of personality and self-evaluation projective approach. It focuses on pro-social aspects of personality (empathy).

Grant support: FPVČ, MŠMT

Social maturity and personality	Select Show
Guarantor: PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D Co-organisers: Mgr. Irena Cakirpaloglu, Ph.D., PhDr. Daniel Dostál, Ph.D. Abstract: This project focuses on the development and standardization of projective assessment methods focused on the social maturation of the personality. This means creating entirely new projective test material. The analysed features are the individual’s relationship to authority, relations with other people, emotional experience, and focus on the behavior of the individual. Grant support: IGA FF UP, MŠMT

Social maturity and personality

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Guarantor: PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D
Co-organisers: Mgr. Irena Cakirpaloglu, Ph.D., PhDr. Daniel Dostál, Ph.D.

Abstract: This project focuses on the development and standardization of projective assessment methods focused on the social maturation of the personality. This means creating entirely new projective test material. The analysed features are the individual’s relationship to authority, relations with other people, emotional experience, and focus on the behavior of the individual.

Grant support: IGA FF UP, MŠMT

The personality of depressed individuals in remission	Select Show
Guarantor: Mgr. Zuzana Sedláčková (DSP student) Co-organisers: prof. MUDr. Ján Pavlov Praško, Csc. Abstract: Our goal is to identify specific personality characteristics that occur in depressed individuals in remission, and to investigate the possible presence of comorbid personality disorders. We are interested specifically in the link between personality traits and comorbid personality disorders with sociodemographic characteristics, and with the development of depressive disorder and its course of treatment (based on the following criteria: duration of depressive disorders, length and number of previous depressive phases and remissions, etc.). The necessary data is collected through, for example, the Cloninger Temperament and Character inventory (TCI) and structured interviews according to the IPDE-ICD-10 (International Personality Disorder Examination). We expect to find specific personality traits in depressed subjects in remission and a high incidence of comorbid personality disorders. Furthermore, we expect a significant association of specific personality traits and personality disorders with the development of depressive disorders and with treatment. Grant support: IGA FF UP, MŠMT

The personality of depressed individuals in remission

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Guarantor: Mgr. Zuzana Sedláčková (DSP student)
Co-organisers: prof. MUDr. Ján Pavlov Praško, Csc.

Abstract: Our goal is to identify specific personality characteristics that occur in depressed individuals in remission, and to investigate the possible presence of comorbid personality disorders. We are interested specifically in the link between personality traits and comorbid personality disorders with sociodemographic characteristics, and with the development of depressive disorder and its course of treatment (based on the following criteria: duration of depressive disorders, length and number of previous depressive phases and remissions, etc.). The necessary data is collected through, for example, the Cloninger Temperament and Character inventory (TCI) and structured interviews according to the IPDE-ICD-10 (International Personality Disorder Examination). We expect to find specific personality traits in depressed subjects in remission and a high incidence of comorbid personality disorders. Furthermore, we expect a significant association of specific personality traits and personality disorders with the development of depressive disorders and with treatment.

Grant support: IGA FF UP, MŠMT

Personality structure and relational bonds in pathological gamblers	Select Show
Guarantor: PhDr. Eva Maierová, Ph.D. Co-organisers: Mgr. Miroslav Charvát, PhD. Abstract: The aim of this research is to describe the relation between personality disorders, relational bonds and pathological gambling, to identify possible subtypes of players according to the reported psychopathology, and to determine whether the monitored psychopathological comorbidity in pathological gamblers is related to the success of their treatment. The target groups are recovering clients in residential treatment at specialized departments. The research is also expected to extend to the hidden population of players who are not in contact with medical institutions, including those who play online. Targeted extensions are, for example, the behavioral patterns of players, cognitive errors and so on. The results will, among other things, be used to develop short intervention programs for outpatient addiction treatment or prevention of gambling.

Personality structure and relational bonds in pathological gamblers

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Guarantor: PhDr. Eva Maierová, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: Mgr. Miroslav Charvát, PhD.

Abstract: The aim of this research is to describe the relation between personality disorders, relational bonds and pathological gambling, to identify possible subtypes of players according to the reported psychopathology, and to determine whether the monitored psychopathological comorbidity in pathological gamblers is related to the success of their treatment. The target groups are recovering clients in residential treatment at specialized departments. The research is also expected to extend to the hidden population of players who are not in contact with medical institutions, including those who play online. Targeted extensions are, for example, the behavioral patterns of players, cognitive errors and so on. The results will, among other things, be used to develop short intervention programs for outpatient addiction treatment or prevention of gambling.

Mobbing as a subtle form of agression at the workplace	Select Show
Guarantor of topic: doc. PhDr. Panajotis Cakirpaloglu, Dr.Sc. Co-researchers: PhDr. Jan Šmahaj, Ph.D.; PhDr. Simona Dobešová-Cakirpaloglu, Ph.D.; PhDr. Soňa Lemrová, Ph.D. Annotation: Mobbing is a serious social problem in economically developed countries. Researches in all countries agree that mobbing exists in almost all surveyed work teams, and as such constitutes a serious problem. Reasons for mobbing are different and it affects both men and women. The seriousness of mobbing lies in its long-lasting and as well at the diverse health, social and employment consequences. Our country is missing a research in that field, so our research has to be of a exploratory nature. The aim of the proposed research is to describe and analyze the psychological occurrence, modes of expression and the most common psychological effects of mobbing in employment in the Czech Republic. An extensive research data of the interviewed employees is planned so that according to the goals will achieve optimum coverage of the relevant socio-demographic characteristics of the target population. The research will be conducted anonymously using questionnaire methods NAQ, SUPOS and socio-demographic questionnaire. Financed by: GRANT AGENCY CZECH REPUBLIC (GAČR) Project number: 15-18469S The duration of the project: 1/2015 – 12/2016

Mobbing as a subtle form of agression at the workplace

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Guarantor of topic: doc. PhDr. Panajotis Cakirpaloglu, Dr.Sc.
Co-researchers: PhDr. Jan Šmahaj, Ph.D.; PhDr. Simona Dobešová-Cakirpaloglu, Ph.D.; PhDr. Soňa Lemrová, Ph.D.

Annotation: Mobbing is a serious social problem in economically developed countries. Researches in all countries agree that mobbing exists in almost all surveyed work teams, and as such constitutes a serious problem. Reasons for mobbing are different and it affects both men and women. The seriousness of mobbing lies in its long-lasting and as well at the diverse health, social and employment consequences. Our country is missing a research in that field, so our research has to be of a exploratory nature. The aim of the proposed research is to describe and analyze the psychological occurrence, modes of expression and the most common psychological effects of mobbing in employment in the Czech Republic. An extensive research data of the interviewed employees is planned so that according to the goals will achieve optimum coverage of the relevant socio-demographic characteristics of the target population. The research will be conducted anonymously using questionnaire methods NAQ, SUPOS and socio-demographic questionnaire.

Financed by: GRANT AGENCY CZECH REPUBLIC (GAČR)
Project number: 15-18469S
The duration of the project: 1/2015 – 12/2016

2) NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL DIAGNOSIS, COGNITION, COGNITIVE FUNCTION, ADN PERFORMANCE ASPECTS OF PERSONALITY

Developing a Czech version of the Tower of Hanoi standard test	Select Show
Guarantor: PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D. Co-organisers: PhDr. Klára Seitlová, Ph.D., PhDr. Martin Seitl, Ph.D. Abstract: The Tower of Hanoi test focuses on learning executive abilities. The aim of the research is to develop standards for the Tower of Hanoi test, refine the methodology for application, and develop diagnostic test options for selecting staff. The project will also verify different application possibilities of the test and assess its psychometric properties. Grant support: Project PAPSAV

Developing a Czech version of the Tower of Hanoi standard test

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Guarantor: PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: PhDr. Klára Seitlová, Ph.D., PhDr. Martin Seitl, Ph.D.

Abstract: The Tower of Hanoi test focuses on learning executive abilities. The aim of the research is to develop standards for the Tower of Hanoi test, refine the methodology for application, and develop diagnostic test options for selecting staff. The project will also verify different application possibilities of the test and assess its psychometric properties.

Grant support: Project PAPSAV

Development of the Olomouc figural fluency test	Select Show
Guarantor: PhDr. Martin Lečbych, Ph.D. Co-organisers: PhDr. Pavel Kolda, Mgr. Martin Vaverka (PL Šternberk) Abstract: The figural fluency test allows the explanation of executive functions. It extends the existing repertoire of specific fluency tests (verbal, categorical). The essence of the research is to create suitable stimulus material, norms for the figural fluency test, refine the methodology for the application of the test, and create a test manual. Grant support: Project PAPSAV

Development of the Olomouc figural fluency test

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Guarantor: PhDr. Martin Lečbych, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: PhDr. Pavel Kolda, Mgr. Martin Vaverka (PL Šternberk)

Abstract: The figural fluency test allows the explanation of executive functions. It extends the existing repertoire of specific fluency tests (verbal, categorical). The essence of the research is to create suitable stimulus material, norms for the figural fluency test, refine the methodology for the application of the test, and create a test manual.

Grant support: Project PAPSAV

The Olomouc classification of aphasia	Select Show
Guarantor: PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D Abstract: The project is aimed at refining the classification of aphasia research by Čecháčková (formerly known as The Olomouc classification of aphasia), in line with contemporary scientific knowledge. The aim is to verify the classification of diagnostic possibilities and the development of a diagnostic algorithm. Grant support: the project is under development.

The Olomouc classification of aphasia

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Guarantor: PhDr. Radko Obereignerů, Ph.D

Abstract: The project is aimed at refining the classification of aphasia research by Čecháčková (formerly known as The Olomouc classification of aphasia), in line with contemporary scientific knowledge. The aim is to verify the classification of diagnostic possibilities and the development of a diagnostic algorithm.

Grant support: the project is under development.

Good design guidelines for tests in general study skills and knowledge of psycho-tool tests	Select Show
Guarantor: Mgr. Miroslav Charvát, Ph.D. Co-organisers: Mgr. Lucie Viktorová, Mgr. Aleš Neusar, Ph.D. Abstract: The aim of the project is to find out what makes good guidelines when creating tests for study skills, knowledge tests and other psycho-diagnostic tools, i.e. which sections of tests and items exhibit a good ability to differentiate and which are ineffective or less appropriate. The project focuses on the psychometric properties of tests and questionnaires using CTT and IRT, especially for reliability (parallel version, and internal consistency) and validity (content and criterion). Further, the project tests the possibility of using computer adaptive testing in the field of study skills and consequently also in other areas such as the prevention of risky behavior, or generally in psychodiagnostics. Grant support: SGS IGA FF_2013_011

Good design guidelines for tests in general study skills and knowledge of psycho-tool tests

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Guarantor: Mgr. Miroslav Charvát, Ph.D.
Co-organisers: Mgr. Lucie Viktorová, Mgr. Aleš Neusar, Ph.D.

Abstract: The aim of the project is to find out what makes good guidelines when creating tests for study skills, knowledge tests and other psycho-diagnostic tools, i.e. which sections of tests and items exhibit a good ability to differentiate and which are ineffective or less appropriate. The project focuses on the psychometric properties of tests and questionnaires using CTT and IRT, especially for reliability (parallel version, and internal consistency) and validity (content and criterion). Further, the project tests the possibility of using computer adaptive testing in the field of study skills and consequently also in other areas such as the prevention of risky behavior, or generally in psychodiagnostics.

Grant support: SGS IGA FF_2013_011

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