Openness |
Measures intellectual curiosity, creativity and a preference for novelty over routine. |
Conscientiousness |
Measures self-discipline, organisation, a sense of duty and a preference for planned behaviour rather than impulsivity. |
Extroversion |
Measures sociability, a preference for company, high energy levels and assertiveness. |
Agreeableness |
Measures a person’s tendency to be compassionate, cooperative and trusting. |
Neuroticism |
Measures a person’s tendency towards negative emotions such as anger, anxiety and depression; can be interpreted as a person’s degree of emotional stability. |