Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast The Big Five Personality Traits: Conscientiousness Part 1
Oct 7, 2020
In this engaging discussion, Alexis Karnduff, a fourth-year medical student and expert on the Big Five personality traits, dives into the intriguing concept of conscientiousness. The conversation reveals how low conscientiousness can lead to higher mortality rates, while high conscientiousness offers numerous benefits. They explore the six domains of this trait, its genetic influences, and its evolution through different life stages. Personal anecdotes illuminate the balance between ambition and life satisfaction, especially within the demanding medical field.
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Alexis's High Conscientiousness Anecdote
- Alexis Karnduff shares how her high conscientiousness leads to juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
- She emphasizes the challenge of learning to say no despite her strong achievement striving and self-discipline.
Childhood Self-Regulation Predicts Success
- Self-regulation in childhood predicts adult conscientiousness and academic success.
- The marshmallow test correlates with SAT scores, showing delayed gratification links to achievement.
Conscientiousness Grows Through Life Stages
- Conscientiousness tends to increase from youth into seniors.
- Life transitions like college and first jobs cultivate growth in conscientiousness.