PSY 455 Lecture Notes - Lecture 15: Extraversion And Introversion, Neuroticism, Positive Affectivity
27 Oct 2016
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Positive affectivity or positive emotionality, reflects the degree to which an individual is oriented toward the social environment and experiences pleasant emotional states: people high. Possess an active and positive orientation toward the social environment. They seek out others, take pleasure in social interactions, behave in an outgoing and sociable manner, and tend to be cheerful, energetic, and self confident: people low. Are wary of social interaction, prefer solitary activities, and direct their attention inward to their own thoughts and feelings. They are generally withdrawn, quiet, and reserved and report lower levels of energy, self-confidence, and positive emotional experience. That extraversion in one or both spouses is associate with higher levels of relationship quality, but there is also a correlation with lower level of adjustment and well-being: four types of positive communication. Expressing love, concern, or empathy for the partner. Communicating respect for the partner and confidence in his or her abilities.
