The 'Trait' of Ascribing Traits: Individual Differences in the Tendency to Trait Ascription.

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Title: The 'Trait' of Ascribing Traits: Individual Differences in the Tendency to Trait Ascription.
Language: English
Authors: Funder, David C.
Source: Journal of Research in Personality. Sep 1980 14(3):376-385.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 1980
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Attribution Theory, Correlation, Emotional Adjustment, Empathy, Individual Differences, Personality Assessment, Personality Traits, Responses, Self Concept
Abstract: Results suggest that some people ascribe traits more often and indicate "depends on the situation" less often than do others. Personality correlates of this tendency indicate that it is associated with poor psychological adjustment and an extreme response style. (Author)
Entry Date: 1981
Accession Number: EJ229874
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Results suggest that some people ascribe traits more often and indicate "depends on the situation" less often than do others. Personality correlates of this tendency indicate that it is associated with poor psychological adjustment and an extreme response style. (Author)