Can certain personality traits predict long-term outcomes in depression?

Exploring the Link Between Major Depressive Disorder and the Big Five Personality Traits

Abstract

This infographic highlights the link between personality traits and mental health outcomes. Research shows that individuals with significant mental health issues often have higher neuroticism and lower extraversion. The Big Five Personality Traits can predict depression outcomes through different responses to stress, which become part of daily routines. Interventions aimed at fostering positive traits, like increased conscientiousness, by promoting sustained behavioral changes can lead to trait-level shifts, potentially preventing the development of depressive symptoms over time.