Asked by Andreas Ziegler on Feb 29, 2024

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_______________, according to many clinical psychologists, is an important trait that is not included among the Big Five.

A) Carelessness
B) Suspicion
C) Self-absorption
D) Neuroticism

Self-Absorption

A state in which an individual is excessively preoccupied with their own feelings, needs, and interests.

Clinical Psychologists

Professionals specializing in diagnosing and treating mental illness, emotional disturbances, and dysfunctional behavior through psychotherapy and other therapeutic methods.

Big Five

A model that outlines five major dimensions of personality: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

  • Determine and explicate the primary five personality characteristics.
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Sidney Guigui

Feb 29, 2024

Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Self-absorption is an important trait that is not included among the Big Five personality traits (Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism). Neuroticism is actually one of the Big Five, while carelessness and suspicion are not considered separate major personality traits in this model.