Why Do People High in Extraversion Run a Somewhat Greater

question 56

Multiple Choice

Why do people high in extraversion run a somewhat greater risk of dying earlier?

• A) They are more likely to abuse drugs and die in accidents.
• B) They are too open and honest and so get hurt more frequently.
• C) They have higher white blood cell counts.
• D) People high in extraversion also tend to be high in neuroticism, which is the real source of increased risk.

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Definitions:

Hindbrain

The posterior part of the brain, including the cerebellum, pons, and medulla, involved in regulating basic life functions like heartbeat and breathing.

Reflexes

Involuntary and nearly instantaneous movements in response to stimuli, which are mediated through the nervous system without conscious thought.

Coordination

The ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently.

Central Nervous

Often referred to as the central nervous system, it includes the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and sending out signals to the rest of the body.