An Exploration of the Relationship between Anxiety and Big Five Personality Traits among Adolescents: A Correlational Study

Abstract

The present research aims to investigate the relationship between anxiety and the big five personality traits among adolescents. The study utilized data collected through questionnaires administered to 109 adolescents, focusing on the Beck's Anxiety Inventory (BAI) and the Big Five Inventory-10. The objective was to understand the specific personality trait associated with anxiety and explore the overall correlation between anxiety and the big five factors of personality.

The results of the study revealed a significant positive correlation between anxiety and neuroticism, indicating that higher levels of neuroticism were associated with increased anxiety levels. Conversely, extraversion exhibited a negative correlation with anxiety, suggesting that individuals with higher extraversion tended to experience lower levels of anxiety. The other personality traits, namely openness, agreeableness, and conscientiousness, also demonstrated negative correlations with anxiety, albeit to a lesser extent.

Overall, this research provides valuable insights into the interplay between anxiety and personality traits, highlighting the significance of neuroticism and extraversion as potential predictors of anxiety. Understanding the relationship between anxiety and personality factors can aid in identifying vulnerable individuals and developing targeted interventions to manage anxiety effectively. However, further longitudinal research is warranted to delve deeper into the complex dynamics between anxiety and personality traits to inform more comprehensive psychological interventions.