Beyond neuroticism: mediators of personality traits and internalizing psychopathology.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Neuroticism is considered the general antecedent of many specific psychopathological conditions. Even though previous studies addressed the issue of a mediated relationship by which it exerts its influence, they failed to encapsulate the changes that occur over time. Approaching the pathway between neuroticism and psychopathology from a longitudinal perspective might clarify its underlying mechanisms.

Methods

The present study aimed to address this by examining the associations between neuroticism, social-cognitive vulnerabilities (anxiety sensitivity, intolerance of uncertainty, experiential avoidance, looming cognitive style), and internalizing psychopathology (depression, anxiety, panic) in an N = 373 student sample. Cross-lagged Panel Model (CLPM) and Random-I

SUBMITTER: Faur D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12007154 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature