Mischel’s Cognitive-Affective Model of Personality and the Person-Situation Debate Mischel’s cognitive-affective personality theory countered earlier trait theories and resulted in the person–situation debate. Learning Objectives Analyze Walter Mischel’s contributions to the field of personality psychology Key Takeaways Key Points The social- cognitive perspective on personality is a theory that emphasizes cognitive processes, such as thinking … Continue reading Social-Cognitive Perspectives on Personality