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416 Part V Biological/Evolutionary Theories

E

P

N

Unempathic

Cold

Antisocial

Aggressive

Egocentric

Creative

Impersonal

Tough-minded

Impulsive

Sensation-

seeking

Sociable

Lively

Active

Assertive

Venturesome

Surgent

Dominant

Carefree

Low

self-esteem

Anxious

Depressed

Guilt feelings

Emotional

Moody

Shy

Irrational

Tense

FIGURE 14.2 The hierarchical structure of P (psychoticism), E (extraversion-

introversion), and N (neuroticism).

Source: Eysenck, H. J. “Biological dimensions of personality.” In L. A. Pervin (Ed.), Handbook of Personality: Theory and

Research. New York: Guilford Press, 1990, pp. 224–276.