Hans Eysenck
Definition
He was a German-British psychologist who proposed a model of personality based on three dimensions - extraversion/introversion, neuroticism/stability, and psychoticism/superego function.
Analogy
Consider Hans Eysenck as a chef who believes that all dishes can be made using just three main ingredients. In his case, the ingredients are extraversion/introversion, neuroticism/stability, and psychoticism/superego function.
Related terms
Extraversion: This is a personality trait typified by outgoingness, high energy, and sociability.
Neuroticism: This is a fundamental personality trait in the study of psychology characterized by anxiety, moodiness, worry, envy and jealousy.
Psychoticism: This refers to a personality pattern typified by aggressiveness and interpersonal hostility.
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