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Five-way split
Most psychologists agree that personality Neuroticism
is defined by five traits, each with its own
sliding scale. For each trait, every one
of us lies at a different point on the
scale. This gives a wide range of possible
combinations and accounts for the almost Calm
infinite variety of human personalities. Worried Secure
Insecure
Self-pitying Self-satisfied

Extroversion

Shy
Sociable Serious
Fun loving Reserved
Affectionate

Openness

Down-to-earth
Imaginative Conforming
Independent Prefers routine
Prefers variety

Agreeableness

Unhelpful
Helpful Ruthless
Softhearted Suspicious
Trusting

Simple systems Conscientiousness
People often use simple ways of
defining personality. One common
system is the type A person who is
dynamic and pushy—such as the girl
in the above pictures—and the type B
person who is more relaxed. But Organized Disorganized
these simple concepts do not cover Careful Careless
all aspects of personality. Self disciplined Weak willed

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