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Human Growth and Development / Unit 14   HGD 1958 short lesson, about 20 seconds

Conscientiousness and Generative Concern

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The idea

Conscientiousness is the trait most likely to rise into midlife, and midlife adults make more altruistic choices than younger adults.

In practice

Cancer survivors gaining a greater sense of mastery after treatment, growth through adversity.

Where people slip

Person–job fit predicts satisfaction, and influence runs both ways: personality shapes roles, and roles shape personality.

Your place on the trail

Every lesson rests on earlier ones and opens later ones. Tap any to jump.

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