Table 3.
Personality differences between bereaved and non-bereaved survivors (M ± SD).
| Factor | Bereaved survivors | Non-bereaved survivors | t |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gregariousness | 4.11 ± 0.55 | 3.85 ± 0.80 | 2.53* |
| Openness to fantasy | 2.96 ± 0.67 | 3.10 ± 0.68 | −1.36 |
| Excitement seeking | 3.38 ± 0.57 | 3.47 ± 0.63 | −1.02 |
| Trust | 3.90 ± 0.61 | 3.69 ± 0.54 | 2.40* |
| Altruism | 3.72 ± 0.45 | 3.69 ± 0.44 | 0.51 |
| Compliance | 7.70 ± 0.62 | 3.53 ± 0.70 | 1.68 |
| Tender-mindedness | 3.94 ± 0.66 | 3.96 ± 0.66 | −0.19 |
| Self-discipline | 3.72 ± 0.62 | 3.67 ± 0.67 | 0.44 |
| Competence | 3.36 ± 0.63 | 3.37 ± 0.62 | −0.41 |
| Order | 3.55 ± 0.45 | 3.48 ± 0.51 | 1.00 |
| Deliberation | 3.45 ± 0.65 | 3.28 ± 0.63 | 1.74 |
| Openness to feelings | 3.34 ± 0.51 | 3.44 ± 0.50 | −1.21 |
| Warmth | 3.47 ± 0.62 | 3.58 ± 0.61 | −1.18 |
| Dutifulness | 3.75 ± 0.51 | 3.72 ± 0.52 | 0.33 |
| Optimism | 3.59 ± 0.69 | 3.15 ± 0.76 | 4.04** |
*P < 0.05.
**P < 0.01.
The tests used for assessment of the respective psychological variables.