Articles tagged with Personality Traits
A recent study conducted at UBC's Okanagan campus found that individuals with higher levels of psychopathic personality traits are more likely to engage in intimate partner violence. The research also suggests that it is the personality traits themselves, rather than substance use, that are associated with violence.
A study found that Blue tits' migratory behavior is driven by their need for energy and environmental information. Lean and late-migrating individuals tend to explore new environments quicker than larger birds or those with more fat reserves, suggesting that foraging may be primarily driven by energy requirements.
A study by Heather Shaw found that Android users are perceived as more honest and humble, but this was not reflected in reality. In contrast, women are twice as likely to own an iPhone, while iPhone users prioritize high-status phones.
A new study by Binghamton University researchers suggests that organizations should consider the human side of IT errors, including mood and personality traits. The study found that developers are less likely to report self-committed errors when in a positive mood, highlighting the importance of fostering an environment where employees...
A recent study published in Frontiers in ICT found that a person's online browsing behavior can reveal their unique digital signature, which can identify them. The research suggests that personality traits can be deduced by general internet usage, offering new avenues for understanding online behavior and its applications.
A University of Michigan study found that personality traits, such as being introverted or extroverted, affect how people interpret language in emails. Introverts are more likely to judge others harshly for grammatical errors, while extroverts tend to be more lenient.
Research from the University of Texas at Dallas suggests that companies structure compensation contracts based on a manager's personality traits, not just firm characteristics. Overconfident CEOs receive more incentive-heavy compensation, which can drive shareholder value.
Researchers discovered an individual motor signature, a blueprint of subtle differences in movement, which can indicate personality traits. The study shows people with similar movements tend to coordinate better during interactions.
A study found that young adults with hostile attitudes and poor coping skills may experience significant declines in thinking and memory abilities decades later. The study, which followed 3,126 participants from age 25 to 50, revealed that increased levels of hostility and effortful coping were associated with poorer cognitive performa...
A new study suggests that a man's attachment style may influence his perceptions of whether a woman is interested in him sexually. Men with higher attachment anxiety tend to imagine women as more interested, while those with higher attachment avoidance see themselves as less flirty.
A recent study by Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam researchers found that narrative spoilers can ruin a story's entertainment value. Spoilers were linked to reduced suspense, fun, and emotional engagement in readers.
A new study from the University of Cambridge found that personality trait Openness is a key predictor of musical ability and sophistication. People with high levels of Openness are more imaginative and open to new ways of thinking, which can lead to better musical performance.
A recent study by Georgia State University and other institutions reveals that chimpanzees' brain structures are associated with various personality traits. The research found correlations between gray-matter volumes in specific brain regions and personality traits such as openness, extraversion, and dominance.
Research found that people with hostile personalities who watch more TV are at a greater risk for injury. The study, which analyzed data from 4,196 adults, suggests that reducing TV viewing and improving content rating systems could lower injury rates among these individuals.
Research by UConn researcher Mark Hamilton analyzed 300 celebrities across various fields, finding that certain astrological signs tend to cluster at specific times of the year. These seasonal effects are associated with traits like creativity, extroversion, and stubbornness.
Research reveals differences in humor and social behavior among three types of perfectionism, including narcissistic, antisocial, and uncaring personality characteristics. Self-oriented perfectionists show pro-social elements, while socially prescribed perfectionists exhibit low self-esteem and antisocial traits.
A study of facial rejuvenation surgery finds that women who undergo certain procedures are perceived as more likeable, attractive and feminine. The study suggests that facial appearance plays a role in social perception, rooted in evolution, and may impact personality traits such as extroversion and trustworthiness.
A survey of almost 400,000 British residents found significant differences in personalities between regions. The study reveals that Scots are amongst the friendliest, Londoners the most open, and Welsh people the least emotionally stable.
A new study from Washington University in St. Louis found that close friends can accurately predict an individual's lifespan based on their personality traits. Men rated as conscientious and women rated as emotionally stable by their friends had longer lifespans.
Research found geographical differences in life satisfaction and personality traits across London's postal districts. Openness to experience and agreeableness were associated with higher life satisfaction, while extraversion was linked to lower life satisfaction in certain areas.
A study by Oregon State University researchers found that introverted employees tend to rate extroverted colleagues lower in job performance and give them fewer credits for work. This suggests that introverts can have a significant impact on their co-workers' career advancement.
A study found that people tend to accept dates from unattractive partners when faced with a potential date, rather than rejecting them due to concerns about hurting the other person's feelings. This bias was observed even when participants knew they would not meet in person, suggesting that social consideration can influence dating dec...
A new study by the University of Toronto found that countries with higher levels of compassion and openness score better in environmental sustainability. The research examines how population differences in personality characteristics predict a nation's environmental records.
A new study from Washington University in St. Louis found that a spouse's personality, particularly conscientiousness, plays a significant role in determining career success. Workers with high-conscientious spouses tend to score higher on measures of occupational success.
A study from the University of Kansas found that people can accurately detect personality traits through Facebook activity. However, recent changes to the social media site may be making it harder to do so, particularly with the introduction of algorithms that prioritize recent posts and limit views of friends' activities.
Researchers at Georgia State University have discovered that chimpanzees exhibit similar personality traits to humans, including dominance and extraversion. The study's findings suggest a neurobiological basis for these traits, which vary according to biological sex, echoing the five-factor model of human personality.
Researchers at WSU have developed a scale to measure spitefulness, a behavior that involves hurting an opponent even when it comes at a cost to oneself. The study found that spitefulness is closely linked to other negative traits such as psychopathy and narcissism, and that people with guilt tend to score lower on the scale.
Research by Timothy Church at Washington State University found that extroverted behavior leads to more positive feelings and upbeat behavior in people from diverse cultural backgrounds. The study also showed that individuals feel more extroverted when given the freedom to choose their own behavior.
A recent study found a strong correlation between states' core political characteristics and collective personality traits. States with lower conscientiousness or higher agreeableness tend to have a positive view of government, while those with higher openness to experience are more likely to be ideologically liberal.
Conscientious personality traits appear to be a key risk factor for better health, with participants who were more conscientious having lower rates of obesity, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Researchers suggest that incorporating personality assessments into preventive healthcare could lead to more effective care plans.
A recent study revisits the phenomenon of 'gaydar' in women, finding that lesbians are better at detecting sexual orientation, while straight women excel at identifying emotions and thoughts. The research also highlights differences in judgments between lesbian and straight judges.
A new study found that consumers rejected from social networks are more likely to purchase products already accepted by the group than choose something unique. In contrast, brands using popularity appeals may elicit a positive response by emphasizing the uniqueness of their product.
A UCSB anthropologist's study on the Tsimane population found that more open and extroverted personalities are associated with higher fertility in men, but not women. The research suggests that sex-specific differences in selection pressures may be driving this variation.
Researchers analyzed over 1.5 million people's personality traits and demographics to identify three distinct geographic areas with unique characteristics, including friendly and conventional regions versus relaxed and creative states.
A team of University of Pennsylvania researchers used Facebook data to develop computer models that accurately predicted users' age, gender, and personality traits. The study drew on a large dataset of Facebook status updates to identify linguistic patterns that correlated with specific characteristics.
Researchers found that certain personality characteristics, such as neuroticism and openness to experience, are correlated with increased use of expensive health care services like emergency room visits and nursing home stays. By understanding these patterns, healthcare providers can develop targeted interventions to reduce costs and i...
New research suggests that sadistic tendencies are a distinct aspect of personality, joining psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism to form a 'Dark Tetrad'. Studies reveal that individuals with high levels of sadism experience pleasure from causing or observing others' suffering.
A study funded by the National Institute of Aging investigates the link between personality traits and telomere length, a measure of cellular aging. The research examines whether personality traits influence telomere length through healthy lifestyle and traumatic life events.
A new personality rating scale for chimpanzees has been developed to address limitations of previous scales. The scale includes 41 behavioral descriptors and was used to assess 99 chimpanzees, showing the personality ratings were associated with differences in behavior.
A new study published in Psychological Science found that people who gain weight are more likely to exhibit impulsive behavior but also report increased deliberation. This surprising finding suggests an intimate relationship between a person's physiology and psychology.
A study published in Psychological Science reveals that people with intermediate extraversion scores outperform introverts and extroverts in sales, raking in 24% more revenue than introverts and 32% more than extroverts. Ambiverts strike a balance between assertiveness and listening skills, making them the most effective salespeople.
A meta-analysis of 51 studies found a positive correlation between conscientiousness and college grade point averages. The study suggests that individuals with higher levels of conscientiousness tend to excel academically beyond their initial high school grades or achievement test scores.
A new study published in PNAS shows that automated analysis of Facebook Likes can accurately predict personal details such as race, age, and sexual orientation. The researchers analyzed a dataset of over 58,000 US Facebook users and found accuracy rates of up to 95% for distinguishing between African-American and Caucasian Americans. H...
A new study in Journal of Consumer Research found that consumers' perception of products they don't own can influence their judgments. When made aware of not owning a product, consumers who perceive themselves as uncreative may actually see the product as more creative.
Researchers found that Tsimane indigenous population in Bolivia does not exhibit the traditional Big Five personality traits, but rather a 'Big Two' of prosociality and industriousness. The study's findings suggest that lifestyle and ecology shape human psychology more broadly.
A dopamine-receptor gene variant is associated with living a longer life, according to a study led by UC Irvine and Brookhaven researchers. The variant, DRD4 7R allele, blunts dopamine signaling and enhances individuals' reactivity to their environment.
A study of an isolated Bolivian society found that five widely accepted personality traits may not be universal, instead revealing a unique 'Big Two' structure including prosociality and industriousness. Researchers suggest expanding beyond Western populations to better understand personality development.
Researchers found that about one-quarter of placebo response was explained by personality traits such as resiliency, straightforwardness, altruism or anger/hostility. The study involved nearly 50 healthy volunteers and used brain scans to measure natural painkiller chemicals in the brain.
Researchers found that high trust in feelings amplifies emotionally driven responses, even when faced with compelling information favoring the opposite choice. The study suggests that relying on feelings as information can lead to irrational decisions.
Researchers found that married people tend to be happier than single individuals, as marriage stabilizes happiness levels despite life changes. Personality traits do not play a significant role in adapting to major events like marriage or job loss.
A study led by Washington University in St. Louis suggests that military service changes a man's personality, making him less agreeable with friends and family, but more competitive and successful in his career. Despite the challenges, this influence can be seen as a positive trait.
A study by San Francisco State University found that people who prefer experiences over possessions tend to be extraverted and open to new experiences. These 'experiential shoppers' reported greater life satisfaction due to their spending habits.
Researchers found that unhealthy narcissism is more than twice as large a predictor of cortisol in males as in females, indicating chronic HPA axis activation. The study suggests that societal definitions of masculinity may contribute to the physiological effects of narcissism on men.
A new study found that cognitive training can increase openness to experience in older adults, a trait previously thought to be fixed. Participants showed significant improvement in pattern recognition and problem-solving skills, as well as increased openness.
Scientific research challenges common myths about psychopathy, revealing it's not just a matter of genes or inalterable. Studies show that psychopathic individuals can exhibit anxiety and dysphoria, and intensive treatment can reduce violent behavior.
Researchers found that quitting smoking is associated with a decrease in impulsivity and neuroticism in young adults. Those who quit smoking also showed the biggest declines in these traits from ages 18 to 25. The study suggests targeting anti-smoking efforts at impulsivity may help young people stop smoking.
A 50-year study found that high neuroticism and low conscientiousness are associated with weight gain and loss, while impulsivity is the strongest predictor of obesity. Individuals with impulsive personalities tend to struggle with self-control and may be more prone to binge eating and poor lifestyle choices.
A new study published in Psychological Science suggests that specific personality traits contribute to being a good judge of attractiveness. Men who are more promiscuous tend to accurately predict a woman's interest, while women who are agreeable make men feel comfortable and increase the likelihood of a repeat encounter.
A University of Gothenburg study found that high neuroticism and low conscientiousness can lead to lower medication adherence. In contrast, agreeableness is positively correlated with taking medication as prescribed. The researchers suggest different education and support approaches for patients with varying personality traits.
Researchers found that people with extraverted personality traits are happier due to their positive view of the past. Savoring happy memories and reframing painful experiences in a positive light may boost life satisfaction.