Big Five Personality Traits and Life Outcomes

These flashcards cover the key concepts related to the Big Five Personality Traits and their implications on various life outcomes, as discussed in the lecture.

Big Five Personality Traits

A classification of five key personality traits: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism.

Openness

A trait characterized by a willingness to try new experiences and engage in imaginative thinking.

Conscientiousness

A trait linked to being organized, responsible, and dependable.

Extraversion

A trait associated with sociability, assertiveness, and a tendency to seek stimulation from the external world.

Agreeableness

A trait related to being compassionate, cooperative, and friendly towards others.

Neuroticism

A trait associated with emotional instability, anxiety, and moodiness.

Trait-Physical Factor Link

The process by which certain personality traits predict physical health problems, such as hostility leading to high blood pressure.

Trait-Behavior Link

The way personality traits influence behaviors that impact health outcomes.

Sociability

A positive trait linked to better health and well-being.

Hostility

A negative trait linked to increased risk of disease and early mortality.

Self-Control

The ability to control one's emotions and behaviors, contributing to adherence to health recommendations.

Perfectionism

The trait of setting excessively high standards for oneself or others, often linked to anxiety and dissatisfaction.

Social Support

The perception and reality of being cared for, valued, and part of a network of communication and mutual obligation.

Future-Oriented Individuals

People who tend to focus on long-term goals and outcomes, often achieving higher academic success.

Present-Oriented Individuals

People who focus on immediate experiences, at risk of lower academic performance.

Self-Oriented Perfectionism

A form of perfectionism where individuals set unrealistic standards for themselves, linked to anxiety and depression.

Other-Oriented Perfectionism

A form of perfectionism where individuals expect perfection from others, often leading to frustration and conflict.

Socially Prescribed Perfectionism

The perception that others expect perfection from oneself, causing emotional distress.

Trait Stability

The tendency for personality traits to remain relatively stable throughout adulthood.