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neuroticism

[noo-rot-uh-siz-uhm, nyoo-] / nʊˈrɒt əˌsɪz əm, njʊ- /




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"We estimate a shift in neuroticism and conscientiousness at the population level," McFarland said.

From Science Daily Dec. 4, 2024

For example, research shows that women who are higher in neuroticism and perfectionism, lower in self-compassion or lower in self-efficacy are all more likely to struggle with negative body image.

From Salon Feb. 22, 2024

While some studies have linked high variability with neuroticism, others have failed to do so.

From Scientific American Apr. 5, 2023

And then, of course, there’s this: “Females on average score higher than males on the personality trait of neuroticism, defined as anxiety, emotional volatility, and susceptibility to depression.”

From Slate Mar. 23, 2023

And she had grown proud of her neuroticism; she let father, mother and sister feel fear, pity and annoyance, with a sort of vindictive satisfaction.

From Dr. Adriaan by Louis Couperus




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