neuroticism
noun
neu·rot·i·cism
nu̇-ˈrä-tə-ˌsi-zəm 
nyu̇-
: a neurotic character, condition, or trait
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People who had high neuroticism scores were most likely to experience the highest levels of stress reduction through exercise.
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 July 2025
Meanwhile, neuroticism was associated with worse heart rate recovery, lower enjoyment of sustained or observed workouts, and less consistent self-monitoring (e.g., skipping heart rate logging).
—New Atlas, 8 July 2025
Notably, maternal affection did not significantly influence two of the Big Five traits—extraversion and neuroticism—suggesting that other factors such as peer relationships or genetic influences, may play a larger role in shaping these characteristics.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
Interestingly, participants consistently struggled with identifying openness and neuroticism—two traits that were actually misidentified more often than not.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
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The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 July 2025
Meanwhile, neuroticism was associated with worse heart rate recovery, lower enjoyment of sustained or observed workouts, and less consistent self-monitoring (e.g., skipping heart rate logging).
—New Atlas, 8 July 2025
Notably, maternal affection did not significantly influence two of the Big Five traits—extraversion and neuroticism—suggesting that other factors such as peer relationships or genetic influences, may play a larger role in shaping these characteristics.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
Interestingly, participants consistently struggled with identifying openness and neuroticism—two traits that were actually misidentified more often than not.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
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“Neuroticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neuroticism. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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neuroticism
noun
neu·rot·i·cism
n(y)u̇-ˈrät-ə-ˌsiz-əm
: a neurotic character, condition, or trait
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