What Does Psychoticism Mean?

What Does Psychoticism Mean?

Psychoticism is one of the three traits used by the psychologist Hans Eysenck in his P–E–N model model of personality.

What is meant by psychoticism?

n. a dimension of personality in Eysenck's dimensions characterized by aggression, impulsivity, aloofness, and antisocial behavior, indicating a susceptibility to psychosis and psychopathic disorders (see antisocial personality disorder).

What is psychoticism in personality?

Psychoticism is defined by Eysenck as a personality type that is prone to take risks, might engage in anti-social behaviors, impulsiveness, or non-conformist behavior. Extraversion includes outgoing or very social behavior.

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