FünfFaktorenModell

The FünfFaktorenModell, also known as the Five-Factor Model or the Big Five personality traits, is a widely accepted model in psychology that describes personality in terms of five broad dimensions. These dimensions are considered to be relatively stable across the lifespan and culture. The five factors are Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism.

Openness to Experience describes a person's willingness to try new things and their receptiveness to new ideas and experiences. High scorers tend to be imaginative, curious, and broad-minded, while low scorers are more practical, conventional, and prefer routine.

Conscientiousness refers to a person's level of organization, dependability, and self-discipline. Individuals high in conscientiousness are typically organized, goal-oriented, and responsible, whereas those low in this trait may be more disorganized, impulsive, and careless.

Extraversion is characterized by sociability, assertiveness, and a tendency to seek stimulation. High extraverts are outgoing, energetic, and enjoy social interaction, while introverts are more reserved, quiet, and prefer solitude.

Agreeableness relates to a person's tendency to be compassionate, cooperative, and trusting towards others. People high in agreeableness are generally warm, friendly, and altruistic, while those low in agreeableness may be more critical, suspicious, and competitive.

Neuroticism, also known as Emotional Stability in its inverse form, describes an individual's predisposition to experience negative emotions such as anxiety, anger, and sadness. High scorers are prone to emotional instability and worry, whereas low scorers are typically calm, even-tempered, and emotionally resilient. The FünfFaktorenModell provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the fundamental structure of human personality.