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Are personality traits important? - People

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The Origin of Personality<br />

In adults, <strong>personality</strong> differences show up most<br />

clearly in situations that are<br />

novel<br />

ambiguous<br />

stressful<br />

involve life transitions.<br />

In these situations, “the reticent become withdrawn,<br />

the irritable become aggressive, and the capable<br />

take charge.”<br />

Examples: early puberty in girls, going to college, and<br />

losing a job

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