Trait tradition Flashcards
1
Q
_______ of people
A
charactaristcs
2
Q
definition of trait.
A
underlying dimension along which people differ from one another
3
Q
stable? can be developed?
A
yes. unlikely to change over time, especially during childhood
4
Q
5 traits
A
OCEAN. Openness. Consciousness. Extroversion. Agreeableness. Neurotic.
5
Q
Are they often used?
A
yes
6
Q
Genes affect?
A
have small effect on traits.
7
Q
psychologist like to think in terms of traits or types?
A
traits
8
Q
Openness
A
open to experience, curious
9
Q
Conscientiousness
A
organised
10
Q
Extraversion
A
Sociable, Assertive
11
Q
Agreeableness
A
conforming, helpful to others
12
Q
Neurotic
A
anxiety (emotional)
