Laura Always Scores Extremely High on Conscientiousness

question 60

Multiple Choice

Laura always scores extremely high on conscientiousness. According to what we know about the trait of conscientiousness, what is a possible explanation for why Laura will likely live longer than her peers?

• A) She always sees the best in everyone she meets.
• B) She travels a lot and is always looking for the next adventure.
• C) She doesn't smoke and exercises regularly.
• D) She is withdrawn and rarely attends social gatherings.

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Definitions:

Anxiety

A sensation of apprehension or fear, often about something that is going to happen soon or an outcome that is not yet clear.

Learned Response

Behaviors developed through experience or conditioning, as opposed to innate or instinctual reactions.

HPA-axis

Refers to the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, a complex set of direct influences and feedback interactions among the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland, and the adrenal glands that regulate stress responses.

PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, marked by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.