Traits are characteristic patterns of behavior or conscious motives which can be observed in individuals across various situations.
Big Five Personality Traits: These are five broad dimensions used by some psychologists to describe human personality. They're like five main colors from which all other shades can be made.
Introversion/Extraversion: Introversion refers to being energized by being alone while extraversion refers to gaining energy from social interactions. It's similar to how some people prefer quiet libraries (introverts), while others thrive in bustling coffee shops (extraverts).
Personality Inventory: This is a type of questionnaire designed to reveal the respondent's character or psychological makeup. It's like taking a survey that helps you understand what kind of book genre you might enjoy.
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Which trait tends to increase during adolescence due to development of abstract thinking?
When one forms impressions about another based on a single trait, what is this called?
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