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We often look for these answers in personality tests. All it takes is a quick Google search or opening up a magazine to find personality tests and quizzes. They can be fun and silly to take, or they can reveal a shocking amount of information about your personality. Researchers also use personality tests to study people and connect certain personality traits to behaviors.

What are Personality Tests?Myers Briggs TestDark Triad TestThe Big 5 TraitsWhat Data is Used on Personality Tests?Why Do We Make Personality Tests?Flaws in Psychometric Tests

What are Personality Tests?

Myers Briggs Test

Dark Triad Test

The Big 5 Traits

What Data is Used on Personality Tests?

Why Do We Make Personality Tests?

Flaws in Psychometric Tests

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Personality tests use different data types to analyze and measure people and their personalities. While many tests are completed in surveys, researchers have created various personality tests with different tasks or scenarios.

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I am the life of the party.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am the life of the party.

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I feel little concern for others.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I feel little concern for others.

I am always prepared.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am always prepared.

I get stressed out easily.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I get stressed out easily.

I have a rich vocabulary.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have a rich vocabulary.

I don’t talk a lot.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I don’t talk a lot.

I am interested in people.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am interested in people.

I leave my belongings around.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I leave my belongings around.

I am relaxed most of the time.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am relaxed most of the time.

I have difficulty understanding abstract ideas.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have difficulty understanding abstract ideas.

I feel comfortable around people.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I feel comfortable around people.

I insult people.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I insult people.

I pay attention to details.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I pay attention to details.

I worry about things.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I worry about things.

I have a vivid imagination.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have a vivid imagination.

I keep in the background.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I keep in the background.

I sympathize with others' feelings.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I sympathize with others' feelings.

I make a mess of things.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I make a mess of things.

I seldom feel blue.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I seldom feel blue.

I am not interested in abstract ideas.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am not interested in abstract ideas.

I start conversations.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I start conversations.

I am not interested in other people’s problems.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am not interested in other people’s problems.

I get chores done right away.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I get chores done right away.

I am easily disturbed.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am easily disturbed.

I have excellent ideas.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have excellent ideas.

I have little to say.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have little to say.

I have a soft heart.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have a soft heart.

I often forget to put things back in their proper place.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I often forget to put things back in their proper place.

I get upset easily.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I get upset easily.

I do not have a good imagination.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I do not have a good imagination.

I talk to a lot of different people at parties.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I talk to a lot of different people at parties.

I am not really interested in others.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am not really interested in others.

I like order.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I like order.

I change my mood a lot.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I change my mood a lot.

I am quick to understand things.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am quick to understand things.

I don’t like to draw attention to myself.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I don’t like to draw attention to myself.

I take time out for others.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I take time out for others.

I shirk my duties.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I shirk my duties.

I have frequent mood swings.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have frequent mood swings.

I use difficult words.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I use difficult words.

I don’t mind being the center of attention.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I don’t mind being the center of attention.

I feel others' emotions.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I feel others' emotions.

I follow a schedule.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I follow a schedule.

I get irritated easily.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I get irritated easily.

I spend time reflecting on things.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I spend time reflecting on things.

I am quiet around strangers.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am quiet around strangers.

I make people feel at ease.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I make people feel at ease.

I am exacting in my work.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am exacting in my work.

I often feel blue.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I often feel blue.

I am full of ideas.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am full of ideas.

It’s true that I can be mean to others.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

It’s true that I can be mean to others.

Avoid direct conflict with others because they may be useful in the future.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Avoid direct conflict with others because they may be useful in the future.

Make sure your plans benefit you, not others.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Make sure your plans benefit you, not others.

People who mess with me always regret it.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

People who mess with me always regret it.

I feel embarrassed if someone compliments me.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I feel embarrassed if someone compliments me.

I am an average person.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am an average person.

Whatever it takes, you must get the important people on your side.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Whatever it takes, you must get the important people on your side.

Most people can be manipulated.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Most people can be manipulated.

Many group activities tend to be dull without me.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Many group activities tend to be dull without me.

I know that I am special because everyone keeps telling me so.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I know that I am special because everyone keeps telling me so.

Generally speaking, people won’t work hard unless they have to.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Generally speaking, people won’t work hard unless they have to.

I insist on getting the respect I deserve.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I insist on getting the respect I deserve.

People often say I’m out of control.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

People often say I’m out of control.

I like to get revenge on authorities.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I like to get revenge on authorities.

There are things you should hide from other people because they don’t need to know.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

There are things you should hide from other people because they don’t need to know.

Payback needs to be quick and nasty.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Payback needs to be quick and nasty.

I hate being the center of attention.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I hate being the center of attention.

I like to get acquainted with important people.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I like to get acquainted with important people.

I have been compared to famous people.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have been compared to famous people.

I like to pick on losers.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I like to pick on losers.

I’ll say anything to get what I want.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I’ll say anything to get what I want.

It’s wise to keep track of information that you can use against people later.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

It’s wise to keep track of information that you can use against people later.

I have never gotten into trouble with the law.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I have never gotten into trouble with the law.

You should wait for the right time to get back at people.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

You should wait for the right time to get back at people.

People see me as a natural leader.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

People see me as a natural leader.

I avoid dangerous situations.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I avoid dangerous situations.

It’s not wise to tell your secrets.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

It’s not wise to tell your secrets.

I prefer to do work “whenever”.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I prefer to do work “whenever”.

I am very punctual.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I am very punctual.

I like to leave my options open and undecided.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I like to leave my options open and undecided.

It’s more admirable to be organized than to adapt quickly.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

It’s more admirable to be organized than to adapt quickly.

I work in bursts of energy.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I work in bursts of energy.

Common sense is often questionable.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Common sense is often questionable.

I’d rather trust my hunch than past experience.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I’d rather trust my hunch than past experience.

In writing, I prefer more literal stories than metaphors.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

In writing, I prefer more literal stories than metaphors.

I start with facts, then form a big picture.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I start with facts, then form a big picture.

I trust my experiences more than words.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I trust my experiences more than words.

I like doing things that are new and different.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I like doing things that are new and different.

Sometimes I think so much about new possibilities that I never look at how to make them a reality.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

Sometimes I think so much about new possibilities that I never look at how to make them a reality.

I’m more interested in what is actual, than what is possible.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I’m more interested in what is actual, than what is possible.

It’s harder for me to utilize others than to identify with them.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

It’s harder for me to utilize others than to identify with them.

I often daydream about what is possible.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I often daydream about what is possible.

I learn best when I see how to use what I’m learning.DisagreeSlightly DisagreeNeutralSlightly AgreeAgree

I learn best when I see how to use what I’m learning.

Some of the most famous personality tests include:

Personality tests have different goals: some want to determine what people think unconsciously, while others measure the levels of certain traits in individuals. These tests examine how people interact with the world around them and aim to advancepersonality psychology.

The test puts participants into one of 16 categories based on how they answer questions. The MBTI measures 4 traits:

You are given a label depending on how you fall into each category. For example, if you received Introversion, Intuition, Thinking, and Judging, you would be labelled as an “INTJ”, like me.

Have you ever seen one of those “How Evil Are You?” personality tests on social media? Most likely, they are the Dark Triad test. I have a whole article with tons of data on the dark triad if you’d like to learn more, but in short… it measures 3 main traits. We commonly associate these traits as being “bad' or “dark”, which gives the quiz its name.

Machiavellianism describes behavior as manipulative, cunning, and sneaky.

Narcissistic behavior is commonly well-known and deals with a big ego.

Psychopath refers to one’s inability to feel and share emotions.

The “Big 5 Model of Personality” is the most well-known because it’s the most scientifically studied. Researchers have tried again and again to disprove these 5 main traits. However, they seem to have stuck. The Big 5 test is used in schools, universities, employment areas, and prisons.

Here’s a quick rundown of the 5 traits - you can remember them with the acronym OCEAN:

A sixth trait has been debated over the last few years: Honesty. Honesty and Humility seem to be the opposite of the Dark Triad scores, though. For example, if someone scores high percentages on the Dark Triad test, they usually score low on the Honesty-Humility section of the Big 5 Personality Test.

Conscientiousness is about how responsible and organized you are. You’re probably good at managing time and keeping commitments if you score high. Extraversion measures your sociability and energy levels in social situations.

High scorers are typically outgoing and enjoy being around others, while low scorers might prefer more time alone.

Agreeableness assesses how cooperative and compassionate you are towards others. High scores indicate a warm, friendly nature, whereas low scores might suggest a more competitive or critical personality.

Lastly, Neuroticism measures emotional stability. A high score could mean you experience intense emotions and get stressed easily, while a low score suggests a calmer, more resilient disposition.

You can take the test in under 5 minutes to see your rank.

Projective Tests

If you have ever taken aRorschach test, you’ve taken a projective test. Projective tests were developed from theories that people hide unconscious thoughts or behaviors. These tests are meant to bring those unconscious thoughts out into the open. The Rorschach test is one of the first examples of projective tests. A psychologist shows an ambiguous drawing to a patient and asks them to tell the doctor what comes to mind immediately. The answer can be very revealing and surprising to some.

Another example of a projective test is the Thematic Apperception Test (TAT.) In this test, the psychologist shows the patient a series of scenes and asks the patient to tell a story about what is happening in the scene. The patient’s response can give the psychologist a look into their inner feelings and how they perceive certain situations.

All of these tests have advantages and disadvantages to them. Some tests are easier to create, and some data is easier to collect. Bias from the subject or the researcher can also impact what the test reveals about the subjects or different groups of people. Keep these potential biases in mind as you take and study personality tests.

How do we score personality tests? How do researchers score personality tests? We use a few different types of data:

No one knows you better than you, right? When taking a personality test from your bedroom and having to answer questions, you are using self-reported data. This data may sound like “Ialwaysput others ahead of myself” or score a 5 for “I tend to get sentimental, even with people I have just met.”

Self-reported data is easy to obtain but is not the best type for clinical studies or scientific research. Why? It’s biased. People can fake their answers on tests or not be able to see themselves objectively.

There are ways to gather a person’s data without their bias or input. Scientists can collect data through observation and use their findings to make conclusions about the people in the study or a larger group.

There are two types of observer-reported data: naturalistic observation and artificial observation. When researchers conduct naturalistic observation, they don’t tell the subjects they are being watched. The opposite goes for artificial observation. Scientists often prefer naturalistic observation; people may act differently or artificially when they know they are being watched and recorded.

Many obstacles arise when you collect data on personality. Genetics and environment can influence someone’s behavior or decision-making process. For example, people who grew up in a small town may behave differently than people from a big city, even if they tend to be “agreeable” or “neurotic.” Life data takes these factors into consideration and looks at personality data throughout time.

Personality tests are fun and silly, but researchers use them for important purposes. Psychologists are like engineers. They want to build better people and create a world with more lawful and positive citizens.

You can build something more effectively if you have great tools. Personality traits are just a few of those tools. They give insights into someone’s personality and can potentially predict people’s behavior. The connections between certain traits and behaviors can help us spot people that may be beneficial to our lives or harmful. In another video, I will talk about spotting people who may be bad influences in your life and how to stay away from them.

There are two main factors that psychologists look for in a decent personality test.

1)Reliability- This means participants will get the same results over time

2)Validity- This means you should be able to do something with the data (like predict future behavior)

According toCleverism, the Myers-Briggs tests don’t fall into either of these categories. This jabs a knife into the scientific backing to the famous test. In personality psychology, we measure personality as behavioral traits that don’t change much over time; however, through tests like the Big 5 and Myers Briggs, people often see major changes in under 5 years.

What does this mean for you? Don’t take personality tests so seriously. They are our best tools, but they’re certainly not perfect.

Take a personality test today, whether for fun or to encourage self-reflection. The more you know about how you score on personality tests, the more you can see how you fit. Your results may also help you predict your behavior and prevent yourself from behaving unfavorably.

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