Projective techniques are used in the analysis of personality to: |
Understand conscious thoughts and behaviors Assess cognitive abilities and intelligence Explore unconscious motives and emotional complexes Measure physiological responses and arousal levels |
Explore unconscious motives and emotional complexes |
Projective techniques are designed to access the unconscious aspects of an individual's personality, including hidden motives, conflicts, and emotional complexes. They provide a means to tap into the deeper layers of the mind and gain insight into aspects that may not be readily accessible through conscious self-reporting. |