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| | As can be seen above, neuroticism/stable is one of the Big Five personality traits. ]] | | As can be seen above, neuroticism/stable is one of the Big Five personality traits. ]] |
| − | According to Medical News Today, "'''Neuroticism''' is a long-term tendency to be in a negative (For example, [[anger]], sadness, [[depression]], [[self-doubt]] and [[jealousy]]<ref>[https://psychcentral.com/health/all-about-neuroticism What is neuroticism?], Psych Central</ref>) or [[anxiety|anxious]] [[emotion|emotional]] state. It is not a medical condition but a [[personality]] trait. People often confuse this with [[neurosis]]."<ref>[https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/246608 Neuroses and neuroticism: What's the difference?], Medical News Today</ref> See also: [[Emotional stability]] | + | According to Medical News Today, "'''Neuroticism''' is a long-term tendency to be in a negative (For example, [[anger]], sadness, [[depression]], [[self-doubt]] and [[jealousy]]<ref>[https://psychcentral.com/health/all-about-neuroticism What is neuroticism?], Psych Central</ref>) or [[anxiety|anxious]] [[emotion]]al state. It is not a medical condition but a [[personality]] trait. People often confuse this with [[neurosis]]."<ref>[https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/246608 Neuroses and neuroticism: What's the difference?], Medical News Today</ref> See also: [[Emotional stability]] and [[Emotional health]] |
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| | Research indicates that [[conservative]]s are less prone to neuroticism.<ref>[https://jspp.psychopen.eu/index.php/jspp/article/view/4839/4839.html Why Do Conservatives Report Being Happier Than Liberals? The Contribution of Neuroticism], Journal of Social and Political Sociology</ref> | | Research indicates that [[conservative]]s are less prone to neuroticism.<ref>[https://jspp.psychopen.eu/index.php/jspp/article/view/4839/4839.html Why Do Conservatives Report Being Happier Than Liberals? The Contribution of Neuroticism], Journal of Social and Political Sociology</ref> |
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| | == What neuroticism is == | | == What neuroticism is == |
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| − | [[File:Anxiety.png|400px|right|thumbnail|[[Stress management]] techniques can signficantly reduce neuroticism.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=stress+management+can+reduce+neuroticism&oq=stress+management+can+reduce+neuroticism&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIGCAEQLhhA0gEJMTEzODFqMGoxqAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Stress management can reduce anxiety]</ref><ref>*[https://positivepsychology.com/neuroticism/ Neuroticism: 12 Emotion Regulation Skills & Worksheets] by Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D</ref>]] | + | [[File:Anxiety.png|400px|right|thumbnail|[[Stress management]] techniques can significantly reduce neuroticism.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=stress+management+can+reduce+neuroticism&oq=stress+management+can+reduce+neuroticism&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIGCAEQLhhA0gEJMTEzODFqMGoxqAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Stress management can reduce anxiety]</ref><ref>*[https://positivepsychology.com/neuroticism/ Neuroticism: 12 Emotion Regulation Skills & Worksheets] by Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D</ref>]] |
| | '''What neuroticism is:''' | | '''What neuroticism is:''' |
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| | To reduce neuroticism, "focus on building emotional resilience through [[Mindfulness (Psychology)|mindfulness]], [[stress management]], and improving life [[habit]]s. Consider therapy, particularly [[Cognitive therapy|cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT), for personalized guidance and [[skill]] development."<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=How+to+reduce+neuroticsm&oq=How+to+reduce+neuroticsm&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQABgNGIAEMgkIAhAAGA0YgAQyCggDEAAYChgWGB4yCggEEAAYCBgNGB4yCggFEAAYCBgNGB4yDQgGEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgHEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgIEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyBggJEC4YQNIBCTEyMzkxajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 How to reduce neuroticism]</ref> See also: [[Cognitive therapy#Self-help Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques|Self-help Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques]] | | To reduce neuroticism, "focus on building emotional resilience through [[Mindfulness (Psychology)|mindfulness]], [[stress management]], and improving life [[habit]]s. Consider therapy, particularly [[Cognitive therapy|cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT), for personalized guidance and [[skill]] development."<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=How+to+reduce+neuroticsm&oq=How+to+reduce+neuroticsm&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQABgNGIAEMgkIAhAAGA0YgAQyCggDEAAYChgWGB4yCggEEAAYCBgNGB4yCggFEAAYCBgNGB4yDQgGEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgHEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgIEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyBggJEC4YQNIBCTEyMzkxajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 How to reduce neuroticism]</ref> See also: [[Cognitive therapy#Self-help Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques|Self-help Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques]] |
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| − | Articles and videos: | + | '''Articles on what neuroticism is:''' |
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| | *[https://www.verywellmind.com/how-neuroticism-affects-your-behavior-4782188#:~:text=An%20overall%20tendency%20toward%20negative,and%20overreact%20to%20minor%20problems. How Neuroticism Affects Your Personality] by Arlin Cuncic, MA | | *[https://www.verywellmind.com/how-neuroticism-affects-your-behavior-4782188#:~:text=An%20overall%20tendency%20toward%20negative,and%20overreact%20to%20minor%20problems. How Neuroticism Affects Your Personality] by Arlin Cuncic, MA |
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| | *[https://www.betterup.com/blog/neurotic Understanding neurotic behaviors & how to manage them] | | *[https://www.betterup.com/blog/neurotic Understanding neurotic behaviors & how to manage them] |
| | *[https://www.health.com/neuroticism-7629206 What Does It Mean To Be Neurotic and How Can It Affect Behavior?], Health.com | | *[https://www.health.com/neuroticism-7629206 What Does It Mean To Be Neurotic and How Can It Affect Behavior?], Health.com |
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| | + | '''Articles on how to lower neuroticism:''' |
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| | *[https://www.psychmechanics.com/how-to-be-less-neurotic/ How to be less neurotic (6 Effective ways)] by Hanan Parvez, MA Psychology | | *[https://www.psychmechanics.com/how-to-be-less-neurotic/ How to be less neurotic (6 Effective ways)] by Hanan Parvez, MA Psychology |
| − | *[https://positivepsychology.com/neuroticism/ Neuroticism: 12 Emotion Regulation Skills & Worksheets] by Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D | + | *[https://positivepsychology.com/neuroticism/ Neuroticism: 12 Emotion Regulation Skills & Worksheets] by Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D. |
| | *[https://www.spring.org.uk/2024/04/neurotic-red.php How To Reduce The Harmful Effects Of Neuroticism] | | *[https://www.spring.org.uk/2024/04/neurotic-red.php How To Reduce The Harmful Effects Of Neuroticism] |
| | *[https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201707/research-suggests-cure-neuroticism Research Suggests a Cure for Neuroticism] by Susan Krauss Whitbourne PhD, ABPP | | *[https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201707/research-suggests-cure-neuroticism Research Suggests a Cure for Neuroticism] by Susan Krauss Whitbourne PhD, ABPP |
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| | *[[Emotional conflict]] | | *[[Emotional conflict]] |
| | *[[Locus of control]] | | *[[Locus of control]] |
| − | *[[Neoroplasticity and the ability of individuals to change their personality]] | + | *[[Neuroplasticity and the ability of individuals to change their personality]] |
| | *[[Personality disorder]] | | *[[Personality disorder]] |
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