The Editors at Communications Psychology, Nature Communications, and Scientific Reports invite submissions on the topic of personality development. This curated Collection will bring together ...

From Aristotle to Sigmund Freud and Abraham Maslow, countless theories and concepts for understanding personality have been proposed. Throughout history, these and other great minds sought to answer ...

Research suggests the answer may be both. On one hand, people do show relatively stable preferences when it comes to romantic ...

It might be obvious that internet quizzes are not scientific, but many of the seemingly serious personality tests used to guide educational and career choices are also not supported by research.

The psychological development of young adults may have taken a hit, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. In typical times, people tend to become more conscientious and agreeable and less neurotic with age ...

Many people identifying as introverts today may actually be experiencing burnout, overstimulation, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion.

An individual’s genetics and their environment both shape their personality. However, opinions differ on the degree to which each of these factors influences personality, and how they contribute to ...

When evaluating a digital personal growth platform, reviews serve a practical function. They help readers understand whether a product appears to deliver on its stated purpose, how its tools are ...

Therapists say intense fear of rejection may signal avoidant personality disorder. Learn what AVPD is, how it differs from ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. Social media users are conflicted over an emerging trend ...

Diagnosing personality disorders in children is controversial due to natural developmental shifts in mood and behavior. When maladaptive traits remain pervasive and persistent, however, a personality ...