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F Nechita1, D O Alexandru1, R Turcu-Ştiolică2
1Faculty of Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Craiova.
Student personality traits like Neuroticism and Extraversion significantly impact academic performance. Stress appears to play a motivational role rather than a detrimental one in medical students
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Medical Education
Background:
- Student learning and academic evolution are influenced by personality factors.
- Understanding these influences is crucial for optimizing educational strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of Neuroticism, Extraversion, Conscientiousness, and stress on academic performance.
- To identify key personality factors affecting medical students' learning.
- To determine the role of stress in academic achievement.
Main Methods:
- A study was conducted on 259 medical students.
- Personality factors (Neuroticism, Extraversion, Conscientiousness) and stress levels were assessed.
- Correlation with academic performance was analyzed.
Main Results:
- Two personality factors demonstrated a significant influence on academic performance.
- Stress was found to have a predominantly motivational effect.
- The specific factors and their precise impact require further elucidation.
Conclusions:
- Personality traits significantly shape the academic journey of medical students.
- Stress can act as a motivator, highlighting the complexity of academic performance factors.
- Targeted interventions considering personality and stress management may enhance student success.
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