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The pattern of brain structure differences found in brain imaging studies of the big five personality traits have led researchers to conclude that _____ is related to structural differences in brain systems related to sensitivity to threat and punishment.

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The pattern of brain structure differences found in brain imaging studies of the big five personality traits have led researchers to conclude that neuroticism is related to structural differences in brain systems related to sensitivity to threat and punishment.

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The correct answer is neuroticism.


According to Big Five theory of personality, individuals either rate high, low or somewhere in between when it comes to five core personality traits- Openness, Conscientiousness, Extroversion, Agreeableness and Neuroticism. Neuroticism is a personality trait that is related to structural differences in brain systems related to sensitivity to threat and punishment. Neuroticism is characterized by moodiness, anxiety, incessant worrying and self-consciousness, and poor emotional regulation. Individuals who are high in neuroticism are likely to have poor mental health and interpersonal relationship.

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