Neuroticism

Definition

Neuroticism is a personality trait involving long-term tendency to be in a negative emotional state. Individuals with high levels of neuroticism tend to have mood swings, anxiety, irritability or sadness.

Related terms

Emotional Stability: The opposite end of the spectrum from neuroticism in the Big Five Personality Traits model; characterized by consistency in moods and emotions.

Anxiety Disorders:

Mental health disorders characterized by feelings of worry or fear strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities; often linked with high levels of neuroticism.

Mood Disorders:

These are psychological disorders characterized by emotional extremes which could be influenced by high levels of neuroticism.