The Big Five Personality Dimensions Are Extraversion, Neuroticism, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness

question 21

Multiple Choice

The big five personality dimensions are extraversion, neuroticism, agreeableness, conscientiousness, and openness to experience. An important reason for identifying these particular dimensions as the big five, instead of using some other list of traits, is that these five traits

• A) were derived from Carl Rogers's theory of personality development.
• B) undergo major transformations at each successive stage of psychosexual development.
• C) are especially prominent in situations having a well-defined script.
• D) do not correlate highly with one another.

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Definitions:

Intimacy

The feeling of being close and emotionally connected and supported; it involves trust, vulnerability, and an exchange of personal thoughts and feelings.

Generativity

A concept in psychology that refers to the concern for establishing and guiding the next generation, often manifested through parenting, teaching, mentorship, and other creative activities.

Kübler-Ross

Refers to a model of the five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance) developed by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross.

Acceptance

Acceptance is the act of receiving or consenting to something offered or recognizing the reality of a situation without attempting to change it or protest.