A Problem with the Lexical Approach Is That

question 33

Multiple Choice

A problem with the lexical approach is that:

• A)it inadequately explores personality nouns.
• B)its success is limited by an existing theory that it uses to determine important variables.
• C)it lays undue emphasis on a hierarchical structure of heritable traits.
• D)it is unable to identify universally important traits in human affairs.

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Definitions:

Mental Health

The psychological state of someone who is functioning at a satisfactory level of emotional and behavioral adjustment; encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

Loneliness

The subjective feeling of being alone or isolated, regardless of the actual level of social contact or support.

Close Friends

Relationships characterized by a high degree of trust, intimacy, and mutual respect, often formed through shared experiences over time.

Need to Belong

The need to belong is a fundamental human motivation to form and maintain strong, stable interpersonal relationships.