PERSONALITY TRAITS AND THE SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF ADEQUATE DECISION-MAKING AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Keywords:
Personality traits, adequate decision-making, university students, Big Five, socio-psychological factors.Abstract
Decision-making is a fundamental skill that influences both academic success and personal development among university students. Adequate decision-making, defined as rational, socially appropriate, and context-sensitive choices, is shaped by multiple psychological and social factors. This study investigates the relationship between personality traits and adequate decision-making in university students. Utilizing the Big Five Inventory (BFI) and situational judgment tests, data were collected from 150 students across different faculties. Correlation and regression analyses revealed that conscientiousness positively correlates with adequate decision-making, while high neuroticism negatively affects decision quality. Extraversion, openness, and agreeableness showed moderate and context-dependent influence. Findings suggest that personality traits significantly impact students' decision-making abilities, highlighting the importance of personality-aware educational interventions. Implications for academic counseling and training programs are discussed.
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