Psychoticism

Definition

Psychoticism is a personality trait associated with a tendency towards psychosis. It includes characteristics such as aggressiveness, impulsivity, aloofness, and antisocial behavior.

Related terms

Schizophrenia:

A mental disorder characterized by abnormal social behavior and failure to understand reality. Common symptoms include false beliefs, unclear or confused thinking, hearing voices that others do not hear.

Personality Traits:

Characteristic patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that make up an individual's personality. They're like the ingredients in a recipe that make each person unique.

Psychopathy: A personality disorder characterized by persistent antisocial behavior, impaired empathy and remorse, and bold, disinhibited, egotistical traits.