Understanding personality for decision-making, longevity, and mental health
Thursday, January 17, 2013 - 20:31
in Psychology & Sociology
Extraversion does not just explain differences between how people act at social events. How extraverted you are may influence how the brain makes choices -- specifically whether you choose an immediate or delayed reward, according to a new study. The work is part of a growing body of research on the role of understanding personality in society.