This article examines the strong link between specific personality traits and longevity, drawing primarily from the "Big Five ...

People usually talk about eating right, getting exercise, and staying away from bad habits when it comes to living longer.

Addictive personalities aren't real, but addiction is. Genetics, environment, and trauma are some factors that can contribute ...

In the aftermath of catastrophic earthquakes or other natural disasters, there is often a significant need and opportunity for humanitarian support. Monetary donations become important lifelines for ...

We have traits of many kinds. As opposed to physical traits, our specific bodily characteristics, personality traits are specific psychological characteristics or predispositions to behave in certain ...

Some people believe personality is fixed, but more recent research suggests that personality may develop over time and that people’s personality traits can change. Personality types group people into ...

Avoidant personality disorder is a condition that causes a reluctance to take risks — even small ones — out of fear of rejection or embarrassment.

In a new study of college undergraduates in Japan, the students' self-perception of their own athletic ability was linked with several internal and external factors, such as personality traits, family ...

University of Otago researchers have discovered three psychological factors that predict if a non-smoker will start vaping. The study, published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Review, investigates ...

Background: To augment the availability of medical care for a population that is older and more ethnically diverse, the number of US medical schools is increasing and existing medical schools are ...