Combinations of the big five variables - future research

Hey Genna, I think that's a great idea! I'm looking at the course text right now and In Chapter 3 p.85 they talk about combinations of the Big Five variables, and how these combinations are better predictors of life outcomes such as marital status, and number or children when considered together, than when presented on their own. Perhaps in the future research it should be included about how these combinations of factors contribute to such outcomes. We could even consider that because women are higher on one trait than a man or vice versa, this is why there is more apparent difference when considering predicting things such as mental health disorders.

Hi all, some good ideas here - and you're right it is definitely an important topic for future research. Make sure it is linked in the topic of the paper though!

Hi Genna and Kristi,

I also recall learning that a child's temperament can really predict their future life outcomes and what kind of personality they will have when they grow up. Maybe future research can see if male and females can perform just as well, if not better in role reversals. For example, the wife going out to work while the husband took care of the children or the wife fixes the car, while the husband cooks dinner. I feel that examining each of the Big 5 variables in this way would be quite interesting!