This is the eBook version of the printed book.
Every day, we all size up each other: It's one of the most important things we ever do. Making Sense of People
provides the scientific frameworks and tools we need to improve our
intuition, and assess people more consciously, systematically, and
effectively.
Leading
neuroscientist Samuel H. Barondes explains the research behind each
standard personality category: extraversion, agreeableness,
conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness. He shows readers how to
use these traits and assessments to do a better job of deciding who
they'll enjoy spending time with, whom to trust, and whom to keep at a
distance. Barondes explains:
- What neuroscience and psychological research can tell us about how personality types develop and cohere.
- The intertwined roles of genes, nurture, and education in personality development.
- How to recognize troublesome personality patterns such as narcissism, sociopathy, and paranoia.
- How much a child's behavior predicts their adult personality, and how personality stabilizes in young adulthood.
- How to assess integrity, fairness, wisdom, and other traits related to morality.
- What genetic testing may (or may not) teach us about personality in the future.
- General strategies for getting along with people, with specific tactics for special circumstances.
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