Am Psychol May 1997 PMID 9145021

Personality trait structure as a human universal.

R R McCrae, P T Costa

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The discussion primarily highlights the foundational nature of the research, with mentions of the Five-Factor Model as 'established science' and references to McCrae & Costa's study, emphasizing its recognition in the field. The tone is straightforward and factual, reflecting a consensus-based appreciation rather than active debate or deep analysis.

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Abstract in brief

  • The study compares personality trait data from different cultures and languages using the Five-Factor Model (FFM) and finds that the same five factors are consistent across diverse populations, indicating a universal structure.
  • Multiple translations of the Revised NEO Personality Inventory were used, and the results showed similar trait patterns across American, German, Portuguese, Hebrew, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese samples, even after statistical adjustments.
  • These findings support the idea that the basic structure of personality traits is a human universal, transcending cultural and linguistic differences.]

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Juan Ponce de León
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@EnragedApostate @elonmusk This is old established science: McCrae & Costa's Work: Five-Factor Model (FFM). Their 1997 study, "Personality Trait Structure as a Human Universal," provided evidence that the Big Five traits are universal across different cultures.

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Juan Ponce de León
@Garisson66 · X

@EnragedApostate @elonmusk This is old established science: McCrae & Costa's Work: Five-Factor Model (FFM). Their 1997 study, "Personality Trait Structure as a Human Universal," provided evidence that the Big Five traits are universal across different cultures.

Oct 10, 2024 · 526 followers View post →
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