Levels Of Extraversion Research Articles

Neuroticism and extraversion moderate the relationship between physical activity enjoyment and habit

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to examine whether certain personality traits moderate the relationship between physical activity enjoyment and habit. Seven hundred twenty-four participants (Mage = 31.29 years; 54.7% female) completed an online survey that included measures of physical activity enjoyment, physical activity habit, personality factors (neuroticism, extraversion, and consciousness), and emotional style dimensions (outlook and resilience). The data were analysed using Hayes’ PROCESS macro for SPSS (controlled for demographic variables and engagement duration for the selected physical activity behaviour) with habit as the dependent variable. Results indicate that physical activity enjoyment was positively related to habit. Neuroticism was negatively related to habit, while the other personality traits examined were positively related to habit. Moderation analyses revealed that the relationship between physical activity enjoyment and habit was stronger for individuals with higher levels of neuroticism and extraversion, however, the effects were very small. The other tested moderation effects were not significant. These findings suggest that increasing physical activity enjoyment may be crucial for reinforcing habit regardless of the personality traits analysed in this study. In nuances, physical activity enjoyment could be particularly important for less emotionally stable and more extraverted individuals as a reward that promotes habit.

Variations in Personality Traits Among Top Judo Referees from 2018 to 2022 Based on Gender Differences

The personality traits of top judo referees are crucial for fair decision-making in elite competitions, shaping the experience for athletes, coaches, and spectators. This study examines potential differences in personality traits among 63 referees from the World Judo Tour between 1 January 2018 and 31 December 2022. Factors analyzed include completing the IJF Academy course Level 1, elite athlete status, number of officiated events, performance ratings, and participation in the Olympic or Paralympic Games. Our research shows that older referees tend to exhibit greater extraversion, whereas less experienced officials show lower levels of this trait. Referees with limited experience generally demonstrate higher agreeableness than their more experienced counterparts. Female referees and those with top performance ratings display greater conscientiousness than male referees. Completing the IJF Academy course is associated with lower neuroticism, while lower performance ratings are linked to higher neuroticism. Openness tends to decrease with increased officiating experience, with less experienced referees showing higher levels of this trait. In conclusion, competitive experience, training completion, and officiating tenure are associated with specific personality traits among judo referees, highlighting the importance of continuous training for effective officiating. The analysis of personality traits revealed no statistically significant differences between male and female referees in the dimensions measured by the BFI (Big Five Inventory). This indicates that the levels of extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness were similar for both genders, with no significant variation in how these traits were expressed.

The Moderating Role of the Five-Factor Model of Personality in the Relationship between Job Demands/Resources and Work Engagement: An Online Cross-Sectional Study.

When organizations or managers utilize personality assessments for their workers, it is crucial to consider not only personality profiles but also the interaction between these profiles and the psychosocial environmental factors in the workplace. The present study aimed to examine the moderating effects of the five-factor model (FFM) of personality traits on the relationship between job demands/resources and work engagement (WE). A cross-sectional online survey was conducted between November and December 2022, targeting full-time workers in Japan. Data were collected from 1500 participants (757 men and 743 women). The survey included demographic variables, job demands and resources (job control, supervisor, and coworker support), WE, and the FFM. The primary statistical analysis was hierarchical regression analysis, which tested the interactions between job demands/resources and each personality trait. Four significant interactions were found: job demands and neuroticism, control and neuroticism, control and conscientiousness, and supervisor support and extraversion. High conscientiousness was associated with higher WE when job control was abundant. Moreover, low levels of both neuroticism and extraversion were linked to higher WE. The results suggest that managers can enhance WE by aligning workplace factors with employee personality traits. These insights can be applied to organizational staffing decisions.

Predictors of Job Satisfaction among Polish Teachers

The term “job satisfaction” refers to emotional responses and ways of thinking about work in a given structure. It is the degree of self-fulfillment that an employee experiences while performing work-related duties. Work satisfaction is linked to positive attitudes towards employment and more effective results. The aim of the orginal research presented in the article is to determine the predictors of job satisfaction among Polish teachers. Individual factors such as gender, length of service, personality variables (emotional stability, agreeableness, extroversion), work-home conflict, as well as organizational factors, i.e., overall work climate, were also considered. The research was conducted on a sample of 952 teachers from across Poland. Women accounted for 87.6% (n=834) and men for 12.4% (n=118) of the respondents The average age was M=46.47 (SD=9.59). A survey questionnaire was used for the purposes of the study, and hierarchical regression analysis was applied to develop the research results. School climate, work-home conflict, and level of extroversion were found to be significant predictors of job satisfaction. Given that personality factors are difficult to change, an effective way to increase teachers’ job satisfaction is to take care to build a positive school climate and fair distribution of responsibilities, which can reduce work-home conflict.

Gaze modeling in multi-party dialogues and extraversion expression through gaze aversion control

Gaze control plays a crucial role in the context of conversational robots involving multiple participants. Particularly, gaze aversion is not only important for improving human likeness but is also strongly associated with the expression of a robot's personality and should be accounted for dialogue interactions. While previous studies on gaze models considering multi-party conversations have been conducted, those considering gaze aversion are limited. In this study, we developed a gaze motion generation model, focusing on three features: (1) the gaze target (towards dialogue partners or gaze aversion), (2) the gaze duration, and (3) the eyeball direction during gaze aversion. We extracted the gaze model parameters of two individuals with distinct extraversion from a multimodal three-party dialogue database and created a model that can modulate extraversion expression by setting a gaze aversion ratio parameter. We implemented this model on an android robot, which can reproduce human-like gaze behaviors. Video-based experiments have been conducted where participants watched videos of the robot talking with two humans, replicating the three-party dialogue scenarios used in this study, and evaluated the impressions on the robot's extraversion. The results demonstrated that by controlling gaze aversion parameters, the robot could exhibit various levels of extraversion.

Differences in wayfinding inclinations among women and men: a matter of personality and affect, not just gender

Women report different levels of wayfinding inclinations than men. This study is an exploration of whether individual factors such as personality traits and affect can provide insights into the gender differences observed in wayfinding inclinations, such as in the attitudes toward exploring and spatial anxiety. The study involved 454 adults (271 women) who completed questionnaires on personality traits, affective state, attitudes toward exploring and spatial anxiety. Women reported lower positive attitudes toward exploring and higher spatial anxiety than men. Openness and positive affect were associated with positive attitudes toward exploring places in both genders whereas extraversion was associated with attitudes toward exploring places among men. Higher levels of extraversion were linked to lower spatial anxiety in both genders, higher levels of negative affect were associated with greater spatial anxiety among men, and lower levels of emotional stability were associated with greater spatial anxiety among women. Therefore, gender does not play a singular role in explaining differences in self-reported wayfinding inclinations. Instead, negative affect (at least for men) and low emotional stability (at least among women) tend to hinder such inclinations whereas openness and positive affect contribute to their promotion. These results provide insights into how the patterns of relationships among wayfinding inclinations, personality traits, and affect vary between men and women, with possible implications for assessment and intervention.

Dark and bright personality dimensions as predictors of criminal behavior and recidivism

A growing body of research highlights the continuum between dark and bright personality traits impacting individual prosocial or antisocial tendencies. However, the interplay between personality dimensions and actual criminal behavior and its reoccurrence is not fully elucidated. We aimed to explore the cumulative predictive value of the bright and dark core of personality for criminal history in differentiating a general community sample (N = 282) from a large sample of inmates (N = 296), with (n = 129) or without (n = 167) criminal history while controlling for age, sex and impression management. Predictors of first-time offending were higher levels of Neuroticism, Openness, Dark Factor, Sadism, and Deceitfulness. Criminal recidivism was predicted by high Neuroticism and Deceitfulness. Finally, higher levels of Extraversion were negatively related to criminal behavior and history, highlighting a potential protective effect of displaying assertive and sociable tendencies. The findings highlight the relevance of considering the dark personality core complementary to the typical personality dimensions in the risk assessment, prediction, and reduction of criminal behavior.

Developing the future academic workforce: A descriptive cross-sectional study of the experiences of early career academics from registered health and social care professions

BackgroundHealthcare academics are generally recruited for their expertise as practitioners, however this may not always convert into expertise in higher education. ObjectiveInvestigate experiences of academics who transitioned from clinical roles by:1.Ascertaining prior understanding of the academic role.2.Understanding motivations to transition to academia.3.Determining whether expectations reflected reality.4.Identifying support needs for a successful transition. DesignDescriptive cross-sectional survey. Participants122 survey responses; 103 females, 89.3 % UK participants, 65.6 % nurses. Average years as clinician was 14.49 (SD 8.44), average age at time of transition was 39.99 (SD 8.28), average length of time in academia was 4.36 years (SD 6.51) and most were currently employed as a senior lecturer (36.9 %) or lecturer (28.7 %). MethodsAn electronic survey using an amended version of the Career Transition Inventory (CTI), the HEXACO personality trait measure, and open questions for elaboration.Descriptive and inferential statistics were performed on statistical data and open questions were analysed thematically. Results73 % of participants agreed they felt like a novice again and were overwhelmed in their first year of academia. Most felt they received support from their line manager and the transition was the right decision. Higher levels of extraversion were associated with a positive transition, and those open to new experiences were more likely to feel ready and confident in their career transition.The qualitative data identified four themes: the need to do something different, expectations not reflecting reality, levels of support, and it being a transformative experience. ConclusionsReasons for transitioning from clinical to academic roles are multifaceted. There is a lack of prior understanding around the complexities of the role, and expectations rarely reflect reality. Academic roles require extensive support and development, and time to transition into the role effectively.

Entrepreneurial passion and the big five: Impact on entrepreneurial behavior

Although there has been a long history of research linking personality traits and entrepreneurship, this interchange has provided inconsistent results without a definitive entrepreneurial trait profile. In this research, the relationship between entrepreneurial passion (EP) for inventing and entrepreneurial behavior was investigated by exploring the moderating effects of personality as conceptualized by the Big Five Personality Traits. Results provided evidence that the personality traits of conscientiousness, agreeableness, and extraversion moderated the relationship between EP and entrepreneurial behavior. Individuals with a high level of conscientiousness, agreeableness, or extraversion exhibited a higher likelihood of entrepreneurial behaviors. The moderation effect of agreeableness was most pronounced at low levels of EP with this effect dissipating as the level of passion rises to a high level. A significant contribution of this research is a greater understanding as to what characteristics and processes increase the likelihood of a person to undertake entrepreneurial behaviors. Theoretical and practical implications of study findings as well as limitations and future research directions were discussed.

Personality and Health in Military Context: A Study of Combatants and Injured Servicemen

Introduction: The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has placed significant mental and physical health burdens on military personnel, including both elite combat troops and injured servicemen in rehabilitation. Understanding the factors that influence their health outcomes is crucial for developing effective support and intervention strategies. Purpose: This study aims to analyse the relationships between negative indicators of mental and physical health (PTSD symptoms and somatic complaints) and personal characteristics (resilience, self-efficacy, and Big Five personality traits) in two distinct samples of military personnel: elite combat troops and injured servicemen in rehabilitation. By comparing these groups, the study seeks to understand how personal characteristics influence health outcomes and whether the impact differs based on the context of military service. Methodology: The study involved 180 Ukrainian military personnel (all men) divided into two groups: 149 elite combat troops and 31 injured combatants in rehabilitation. Participants completed self-report measures assessing PTSD symptoms, physical complaints, resilience, self-efficacy, and personality traits. Descriptive statistics (means, standard deviations, ranges, skewness, and kurtosis) were computed, and independent samples t-tests and Cohen’s d were calculated to determine differences between the groups. Pearson's bivariate correlations and Z-tests were conducted to examine relationships between health indicators and personal characteristics. Multiple linear regression analysis (using the forward method) was performed to construct prognostic models for mental and physical health outcomes. Results: Injured combatants exhibited significantly higher levels of PTSD symptoms, exhaustion, and various physical complaints compared to elite combat troops. In contrast, elite combat troops showed higher levels of resilience, self-efficacy, extraversion, and emotional stability. Regression models highlighted self-efficacy, resilience, and emotional stability as key predictors of reduced PTSD symptoms and physical complaints, with varying predictive values across the two groups. Conclusion: The study underscores the importance of personal characteristics in mitigating the negative health impacts of combat exposure within the global mental health landscape. Tailored interventions enhancing resilience, self-efficacy, and emotional stability are crucial, particularly for injured combatants. Future research should employ longitudinal designs and larger samples to further understand the dynamics of these relationships and support the well-being of military personnel on a global scale. By addressing these critical areas, we can develop more effective strategies to support the mental health and recovery of those affected by combat and conflict worldwide.

Eysenck's Personality Questionnaire Scores of Heroin Addicts in Pakistan.

Objective The main objective of the study was to find Eysenck's Personality Questionnaire scores of heroin addicts in Pakistan and to compare the EPQ scores with demographic variables such as age, gender, and duration of addiction. Methodology of the study This cross-sectional study was conducted in Islamabad, Pakistan. Data was collected from 300 participants. The participants were recruited from various drug rehabilitation centers and clinics across Pakistan. Patients diagnosed with heroin addiction by a qualified medical professional and currently undergoing treatment or rehabilitation for heroin addiction were included in the study. Data was collected through a purposive sampling technique. Results Data was collected from 300 participants, including both males and females. The age range included subjects from 18 years to 60 years. Heroin addicts in Pakistan have a mean extraversion score of 12.4 (SD=4.8), with scores ranging from 5 to 20, indicating average levels of sociability. Neuroticism had a mean score of 17.6 (SD=5.2), with a range from 7 to 25, suggesting high emotional instability and anxiety. Psychoticism had a mean score of 8.3 (SD=3.9), with scores between 2 and 15, indicating moderate levels of aggressive and antisocial behavior. Conclusion It is concluded that heroin addicts in Pakistan exhibit high levels of neuroticism, moderate levels of extraversion, and psychoticism. Younger addicts and those with a shorter duration of addiction display higher levels of these traits, indicating a need for personalized and targeted intervention strategies.

ОСОБИСТІСНІ ДЕСКРИПТОРИ ЗРІЛОСТІ ГРОМАДЯНСЬКОЇ ІДЕНТИЧНОСТІ СТУДЕНТІВ

The purpose of the article is to theoretically and empirically study the personal descriptors of students' civic identity maturity. Methods. The study used psychodiagnostic methods for determining personality characteristics (the Big Five by R. McKrae and P. Costa, the locus of control test by J. Rotter, the stress level test by V. Shcherbatykh), as well as the methodology for diagnosing the level of maturity of civic identity by I. Petrovska. The methods of statistical data processing were correlation, comparative and cluster analysis. The sample of the researchers consisted of students of humanitarian specialties of 1-5 courses of universities in Lviv. Results. The correlation analysis showed that the largest number of correlations is formed by such indicators of civic identity as general maturity and resilience. Indicators of civic identity maturity are directly related to personal characteristics: conscientiousness, neuroticism, stress level (direct relationship), external locus of control, extraversion (inverse relationship). The resilience of civic identity is related to the level of stress and the localization of control. Cluster analysis showed that civic identity resilience was a parameter for dividing respondents into two subgroups. Individuals with a low level of civic identity resilience are characterized by low levels of extraversion, high levels of conscientiousness, neuroticism, and stress, as well as internalization of the locus of control. Individuals with a high level of civic identity resilience are characterized by a high level of extraversion, low levels of conscientiousness, neuroticism and stress, as well as a high level of locus of control externalization. Conclusions. The maturity of civic identity is related to such personal parameters as introversion, conscientiousness, neuroticism, high stress level, and internal locus of control. An inverse relationship between resilience and maturity of civic identity was found, which means that the characteristic feature of the latter is not rigidity but flexibility. Individuals with a high level of civic identity resilience are characterized by a high level of extraversion, low levels of conscientiousness, neuroticism and stress, as well as a high level of external locus of control.

Analisis Big Five Personality Dalam Pemilihan Parfum

Perfume has become a primary need for every person, and its use has various purposes both according to needs and according to personality category. This research aims to examine perfume aromas and the personality spectrum, with a focus on how the choice of perfume aroma can reflect individual characteristics on various personality spectrums. The research used a qualitative descriptive approach by conducting in-depth interviews and observations of informants who used various types of perfume. The research results show that the choice of perfume aroma can reflect certain aspects of a person's personality. Floral aromas tend to be associated with feminine characteristics, while woody or spice aromas may be associated with masculine characteristics. Apart from that, there is a close relationship between the choice of perfume aroma and the level of extraversion, neuroticism, openness, familiarity and emotional stability of the perfume user.Understanding the relationship between perfume aroma and the personality spectrum of perfume users can be useful in developing the perfume industry. Using perfume that is tailored to personality preferences can improve the perfume user's experience and help express their personality through the chosen aroma.

Psychological profile of early adolescents with different levels of neuroticism

This study aimed at analysing the psychological profile of early adolescents, which included the locus of control in situations of success and failure and four of the five traits underlying the Five Factor Model (FFM): extroversion, conscientiousness, openness to experience and agreeableness, depending on their level of neuroticism. This research is based on the Rotter’s theory of reinforcement and the FFM of Costa and McCrae.The sample consisted of 286 Polish students (M = 12.97), including 137 girls (48%) and 149 boys (52%). The Five Factor Model personality traits were measured using the Picture-Based Personality Survey for Children. The locus of control was surveyed with the Locus of Control Questionnaire.Students with the lowest level of neuroticism had the most internal locus of control scores. In girls, regardless of the level of neuroticism, extroversion was associated with an internal locus of control of failure. The group of adolescents with the lowest level of neuroticism was characterised by significantly higher levels of extroversion and openness to experience than their peers with medium and high levels of neuroticism and had significantly higher conscientiousness and agreeableness scores compared to adolescents with medium and high levels of neuroticism, respectively.The results are analysed in the context of the impact that the locus of control and personality traits have on the mental health of adolescents.

Prospective Associations Between Personality Traits and Major Depressive Disorder Symptom Severity: The Mediating Role of Illness Representations.

Major depressive disorder (MDD) patients' personality traits and illness representations are linked to MDD severity. However, the associations between personality and illness representations in MDD and the mediating role of illness representations between personality and MDD severity have not been investigated. This study aimed to prospectively investigate the aforementioned associations and the possible mediating role of illness representations between personality and MDD severity. One hundred twenty-five patients with a MDD diagnosis, aged 48.18 ± 13.92 (84% females), participated in the study. Personality traits were measured with the Traits Personality Questionnaire at baseline. Illness representations were measured with the Illness Perception Questionnaire-Mental Health about five months later (mean = 5.08 ± 1.14 months). MDD severity was measured about 10 months after the baseline assessment (mean = 9.53 ± 2.36 months) with the Beck Depression Inventory. SPSS 29 and AMOS 27 were used to conduct correlational and parallel mediation analyses. According to the results, Neuroticism was positively and Extraversion was negatively linked to MDD severity. Negative MDD impact representations fully mediated these associations. Neuroticism and Extraversion are linked to future MDD severity through patients' representations of MDD's impact. Restructuring maladaptive representations about MDD's impact can be a promising way to reduce symptom severity in patients with high Neuroticism and low Extraversion levels.

Personality Traits and Family SES Moderate the Relationship between Media Multitasking and Reasoning Performance.

The prevalence of media multitasking has raised concerns regarding its potential impact on cognitive abilities. Despite increasing attention given to this topic, there remains no consensus on how media multitasking is related to cognitive performance. This study aims to shed light on this issue by examining whether and how personality traits and family socioeconomic status (SES) moderate the relationship between media multitasking and reasoning performance. To this end, a large sample of university students (n = 777) completed a battery of measures, including the Raven's Advanced Progressive Matrices, the Media Multitasking Inventory, the Big Five Inventory, the Barratt Impulsiveness Scale, the Grit Scale, and the Family SES Questionnaire. Results revealed a negative correlation between media multitasking and reasoning performance. However, this relationship was substantially moderated by conscientiousness, extraversion, openness, and family SES. Specifically, media multitasking was more detrimental to reasoning performance among individuals with lower levels of conscientiousness, extraversion, openness, and family SES, whereas it was less detrimental to counterparts with higher levels of these personality traits and family SES. The proposed moderation model, for the first time, not only offers novel insights into the theoretical accounts regarding how media multitasking relates to cognitive abilities, but also identifies the protective factors that may buffer the negative impacts of media multitasking.

Prodromal or mild Alzheimer's disease: Influence of neuropsychiatric symptoms and premordid personality on caregivers' burden

AbstractObjectiveIn Alzheimer's disease (AD), the burden on caregivers is influenced by various factors, including the stage of disease progression and neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS). To date, there has been limited research examining how patient's premorbid personality could affect this burden. The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of both premorbid personality and NPS in individuals with prodromal to mild AD on their caregivers' burden.MethodOne hundred eighty participants with prodromal or mild AD drown from the PACO (in French: Personnalité Alzheimer COmportement) cohort were included. Personality was assessed by the Revised NEO Personality Inventory (NEO‐PI‐R). Neuropsychiatric symptoms were measured with the short version of the Neuropsychiatric Inventory (NPI‐Q), and caregiver burden was evaluated with the Zarit burden scale. Relationships between personality, Neuro‐Psychiatric Inventory (NPI) scores, and caregiver burden were determined using multivariate linear regressions controlled for age, sex, educational level, and Mini Mental State Examination.ResultsThe total NPI score was related to increased burden (beta = 0.45; p < 0.001). High level of neuroticism (beta = 0.254; p = 0.003) et low level of conscientiousness (beta = ‐ 0.233; p = 0.005) were associated higher burden. Extraversion (beta = −0.185; p = 0.027) and conscientiousness (beta = −0.35; p = 0.006) were negatively associated with burden. In contrast, neuroticism, openness and agreeableness were not correlated with burden. When adjusted on total NPI score, the relationship between extraversion and conscientiousness didn't persist.ConclusionOur results suggest that premorbid personality of patients with prodromal to mild Alzheimer influence caregivers's burden, with a protective effect of a high level of extraversion and conscientiousness.

The mediating effect of post-traumatic growth on the relationship between personality traits and resilience among a sample of Lebanese adults.

Resilience plays a crucial role in mental health promotion and prevention, and was shown to be more represented in individuals who exhibit high levels of extraversion, openness, agreeableness, and conscientiousness. However, there is a lack of studies that comprehensively investigate the association between personality traits and resilience in Lebanon and Arab countries more broadly. The purpose of the present study was to complement the literature by investigating the direct and indirect effects between the five personality traits and resilience among a sample of Lebanese adults through the intermediary role of posttraumatic growth. A cross-sectional study was carried out between May and July 2022, and enrolled 387 participants, all aged above 18 years old and recruited from all Lebanon governorates. The questionnaire used included socio-demographic questions, and the following scales: Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC) to assess resilience, post traumatic growth (PTG), and Big Five Inventory (BFI-2). The SPSS software v.25 was used for the statistical analysis. Post-traumatic growth mediated the association between extraversion / agreeableness / conscientiousness and resilience. Higher extraversion / agreeableness / conscientiousness was significantly associated with more post-traumatic growth. Higher post-traumatic growth was significantly associated with more resilience. Extraversion, but not agreeableness and conscientiousness, was significantly and directly associated with more resilience. Findings suggest that fostering PTG in individuals who experience adversity can help promote their resilience. Hence, it could be beneficial to design and apply programs aiming at supporting PTG among people who experience stressful and traumatizing situations, to consequently help them increase their sense of resilience.

Long-term effects of early-life education intervention on children’s outcomes: Evidence from school consolidation in rural China

Government commitment to early-life education intervention has contributed to human capital accumulation and economic growth in developing countries. Using data from the China Family Panel Studies, we investigate the effects of the primary school consolidation program on children’s cognitive development and behavioral performance. Using a cohort difference-in-differences model, we find that rural children who experienced school consolidation performed better in cognitive tests and had higher levels of openness of the Big Five personality traits, but lower levels of extraversion. Further analysis suggests that early-life education intervention generates long-term effects. Those who experienced school consolidation had higher educational attainment, better occupational fit, and more consistent independent learning, but difficulties in interpersonal interaction. Our findings imply that early-life education intervention should pay more attention to the cultivation of socio-emotional abilities.

University students' and lecturers' perceived stress and satisfaction with life during the COVID‐19 pandemic: The role of personality traits and self‐efficacy

AbstractThis article investigates the links between the Big Five personality traits and self‐efficacy, perceived stress, and life satisfaction during the COVID‐19 pandemic on a large sample of Czech university students and lecturers (N = 11,824). The study's findings indicate that during the pandemic, negative emotionality was strongly associated with both perceived stress and life satisfaction. The study also reveals a positive link between extraversion and perceived stress across the entire sample, and in the student group specifically, extraversion was negatively associated with life satisfaction. This suggests that a high level of extraversion may not act as a protective factor in situations of limited social contact, for example, under the social restriction mandates during the COVID‐19 pandemic. Additionally, self‐efficacy was associated with higher satisfaction with life but also higher perceived stress. This finding contradicts previous research conducted before and during the pandemic and warrants further investigation. Interestingly, the links between personality traits, self‐efficacy, perceived stress, and life satisfaction were not significantly moderated by professional position. Both lecturers and students experienced similar disruptions to their daily routines, social isolation, and financial concerns during the pandemic.