Anxiety
Tendency to feel apprehensive and worried. Anxiety is one of six facets of neuroticism in the Big Five personality model. The trait describes a broad tendency; facets show how it plays out in everyday behaviour.
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High vs low anxiety
High anxiety
Typical behaviours
- Worries frequently
- Fears the worst
- Nervous
Real-world examples
- Worriers who anticipate potential problems
- People who experience frequent nervousness
- Those who struggle to relax without effort
Low anxiety
Typical behaviours
- Calm
- Rarely worried
- Relaxed
Real-world examples
- Calm individuals rarely troubled by worry
- People who remain composed under pressure
- Those who don't dwell on potential problems
Other facets of neuroticism
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The personality test scores you on all five Big Five traits, including neuroticism.
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