Psychology / Unit 10 Psych 1152 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Neuroticism
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The idea
Neuroticism is the tendency toward experiencing negative emotions such as anxiety, sadness, and irritability.
In practice
A person high in neuroticism reacts more strongly and recovers more slowly from the same setback.
Where people slip
Neuroticism is a normal-range dimension, not a disorder. It is a risk factor and not a diagnosis.
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