The Psychology Podcast

21: Understanding the science of introversion and extraversion

Jul 26, 2015
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INSIGHT

Introversion Vs Popular Meaning

  • Psychologists' definition of introversion differs from popular meanings and often centers on low sociability and low assertiveness.
  • Luke Smillie prefers renaming it because 'introversion' implies inwardness rather than detachment and low activity.
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Two Aspects Of Introversion

  • The 'quiet' introvert model splits into stimulation sensitivity and deliberation (need to think before acting).
  • These two aspects map partly to extraversion and conscientiousness facets but don't align perfectly with Big Five traits.
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Reward Sensitivity Underpins Extraversion

  • Reward sensitivity is widely accepted as the core mechanism underlying extraversion in current research.
  • Extraversion reflects stronger motivation by rewarding or stimulating events rather than mere sociability.
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