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Affective instability |
My ability to think varies from sharp to dull. (0.66) I get sudden shifts in mood and energy. (0.62) I often feel on edge. (0.50)
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Anxiety/worry |
I am always worrying about one thing or another. (0.76) I have been a worrier for as long as I can remember. (0.72) Many people have told me not to worry so much. (0.71)
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Compassion |
I would rather be kind than get revenge when someone hurts me. (0.60) I usually respect the opinions of others. (0.49) I often consider another person’s feelings as much as my own. (0.41)
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Social anxiety |
I feel very uneasy meeting new people. (0.60) I avoid meeting strangers because I lack confidence with people I don’t know. (0.58) I love to be with a lot of people. (−0.56)
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Dysthymia |
I’m a sad, unhappy person. (0.48) I think things often turn out for the worst. (0.43) I‘m by nature a dissatisfied person. (0.40)
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Insecurity |
I often wish that I was smarter than everyone else. (−0.62) *neg I often wish I was stronger than everyone else. (−0.60) *neg I often wait for someone else to provide a solution to my problems. (−0.37) *neg
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Hostility |
I can get so furious I could hurt someone. (0.61) When crossed, I could get into a fight. (0.57) I have been told I become violent after a few drinks. (0.46)
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Persistence/drive |
I usually push myself harder than most people do because I want to do as well as I possibly can. (0.67) I am usually so determined that I continue to work long after other people have given up. (0.61) Once I decide to accomplish something, nothing can stop me. (0.45)
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Spirituality |
I have had personal experiences in which I felt in contact with a divine and wonderful spiritual power. (0.74) I sometimes feel a spiritual connection to other people that I can’t explain in words. (0.65) I often feel like I am a part of the spiritual force on which all life depends. (0.64)
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Expressivity |
Even when I am with friends, I prefer not to open up very much. (0.64) *neg I like to discuss my experiences and feelings openly with friends instead of keeping them to myself. (0.55) I usually like to stay cool and detached from others. (0.53) *neg
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Risk-taking |
I often try new things just for fun or thrills, even if most people think it is a waste of time. (0.52) I like to explore new ways to do things. (0.48) I love to tackle new projects, even if risky. (0.43.)
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Humor |
I usually do a good job of stretching the truth to tell a funnier story or play a joke on someone. (0.56) My biting humor has gotten me into trouble. (0.48) I like telling jokes, people tell me I’m humorous. (0.43)
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Fatigue |
I have less energy and get tired more quickly than most people. (0.65) I don’t seem to have as much energy as other people. (0.61) I often feel tired for no reason. (0.49)
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Impulsivity |
I like to think about all the facts in detail before I make a decision. (0.63) *neg I like to make quick decisions so I can get on with what has to be done. (0.48) I often follow my instincts, hunches, or intuition without thinking through all the details. (0.44)
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Physical anxiety |
I have to go to the bathroom more often when nervous. (0.55) I may have diarrhea when nervous. (0.50) I often have an upset stomach. (0.44)
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Sentimentality |
I am more likely to cry at a sad movie than most people. (0.48) I am more sentimental than most people. (0.46) I find sad songs and movies pretty boring. (0.44) *neg
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Conformity |
I like to please other people as much as I can. (0.50) I put the needs of others above my own. (0.44) I would rather work for someone else than be the boss. (0.41)
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Extravagance |
I enjoy saving money more than spending it on entertainment or thrills. (−0.70) I prefer spending money rather than saving it. (0.69) I often spend money until I run out of cash or get into debt from using too much credit. (0.56)
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