Understanding the Big Five Personality Traits

This lesson covers the five-factor model of personality, known as the Big Five traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism. Each trait is explained in terms of its characteristics, spectrum, and potential physiological and genetic influences. The video emphasizes the stability of these traits over a lifetime and their cultural and genetic bases. The mnemonic 'OCEAN' is introduced to help remember the traits.

Which psychologists contributed to the development of the Five Factor Model of Personality?

• Goldberg, McCrae, and Costa

• Maslow and Rogers

• Freud and Jung

• Pavlov and Skinner

What mnemonic can help you remember the Big Five Personality Traits?

• SMART

• OCEAN

• WATER

• EARTH

Which neurotransmitter is associated with Openness and Extraversion?

• Serotonin

• Norepinephrine

• GABA

• Dopamine

What characteristic is common in individuals with high openness?

• Dislike for change

• Interest in new ideas

• Lack of curiosity

• Inflexibility in thinking

Which trait is associated with a strong work ethic and organization?

• Openness

• Agreeableness

• Extraversion

• Conscientiousness

What is a common trait of individuals with high extraversion?

• Energetic and social

• Avoidance of excitement

• Preference for solitude

• Disinterest in relationships

How are individuals with high agreeableness typically described?

• Stubborn and blunt

• Argumentative and self-centered

• Compassionate and cooperative

• Competitive and rude

What is a characteristic of individuals with high neuroticism?

• Calm under stress

• Low stress tolerance

• Prone to anxiety and mood swings

• High emotional stability

Which gene is associated with neuroticism?

• COMT

• MAOA

• SLC6A4

• DRD4

What defines a person's temperament according to the Big Five model?

• Their genetic makeup

• Their educational level

• Their position on each personality spectrum

• Their cultural background