Individuals high in negative affectivity

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Individuals high in negative affectivity have been found to have a higher risk for a variety of health problems, including cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and immune system deficiencies. This has led some researchers to label this personality trait as "disease-prone."

Answer: D 
 Negative affectivity is characterized by a predisposition to experience negative emotions such as anxiety, depression, and hostility. Therefore, individuals high in negative affectivity are more likely to experience these symptoms, leading to a diagnosis of depressive or anxiety disorders, as well as psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia.

Option B is incorrect because research has shown that individuals high in negative affectivity actually tend to underutilize medical care, likely due to the tendency to repress symptoms rather than seek help for them. Option C is not supported by empirical evidence and is therefore incorrect.

Individuals High in Negative Affectivity