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2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021

Openness to Experiences, Education, and Age Predict Resiliency

Virtual · May 2021

Posters · Social Psychology

  • Hinda Burstein
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Michael Becker
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Meghan O'Brien
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Kristine Jacquin
    Fielding Graduate University

Abstract

This study examined whether openness to experience, age, and education predict resiliency in adulthood. Results showed a significant association between openness to experience, age, and education and resilience. Openness to experience and age were the strongest predictors among both males and females, with implications for future research and possible interventions.

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