Psychometric traits

Basic Psychometric Traits — Portrait Documentation

Below is the full list of basic psychometric traits detected by Portrait's psychometric profiling technology.

Name	Description
`behav_decisionmaking`	A subject with a high score in behav_decisionmaking is capable of making quick and accurate decisions, even under pressure. A person with a low score may struggle to make decisions or make impulsive choices.
`behav_impressionmanagement`	A subject who cares greatly about how others perceive them and adjusts their behavior accordingly.
`behav_lifesatisfaction`	A subject who feels happy and satisfied with their life in general.
`behav_spendingattitude`	Someone who is frugal and saves money, or, conversely, someone who is inclined to spend freely.
`net_transitivity`	A subject who has many connections and friendships that know each other, creating a densely interconnected network.
`pers_adventurous`	Someone who loves to travel to exotic places and engage in adventurous activities like rock climbing or skydiving.
`pers_agreeableness`	A person who is kind, cooperative, and seeks to avoid conflicts in social interactions.
`pers_altruism`	A subject who dedicates a lot of time to volunteering and genuinely cares about the well-being of others.
`pers_anger`	Someone who easily gets angry in stressful or provocative situations.
`pers_anxiety`	Someone who is often worried, anxious, or nervous, even in non-particularly stressful situations.
`pers_art_interests`	A subject who finds satisfaction in painting, sculpting, music, or other artistic activities.
`pers_assertiveness`	A person who is skilled at defending their opinions and asserting themselves in discussions.
`pers_caution`	Someone who tends to be cautious in decision-making and avoids risks and impulsive behaviors.
`pers_cheerfulness`	Someone who is often cheerful, optimistic, and in a good mood.
`pers_conscientiousness`	A person who is very organized, meticulous, and attentive to detail in their activities.
`pers_cooperativity`	A subject who is willing to work as part of a team and collaborate with others to achieve common goals.
`pers_creativity`	A subject who is creative in ideas, art, or problem-solving.
`pers_depression`	Someone who struggles with sadness, despair, and feelings of worthlessness.
`pers_discipline`	Someone who is capable of following a strict routine and fulfilling their duties without procrastination.
`pers_efficacy`	A subject who believes in their ability to successfully achieve their goals and perform effective actions.
`pers_emotion`	How a subject expresses emotions, such as being reserved or extroverted in showing affection or happiness.
`pers_excitability`	How sensitive a subject is to strong emotions, like euphoria or surprise.
`pers_extroversion`	A sociable person who draws energy from social interactions and engagement with others.
`pers_friendlyness`	How friendly, affable, and well-disposed a subject is towards others.
`pers_gregariousness`	How actively a subject seeks the company of others and participates in social events.
`pers_immoderability`	The tendency of a subject to indulge in excessive behaviors, such as overeating or excessive alcohol consumption.
`pers_intellectual`	How interested a subject is in intellectual topics, like reading books or participating in philosophical discussions.
`pers_liberal`	The political or social stance of a subject supporting equality and individual freedom.
`pers_modesty`	A subject's ability to avoid self-promotion and maintain a modest opinion of themselves.
`pers_morality`	How much a subject adheres to ethical and moral standards in their actions and decisions.
`pers_neuroticism`	The degree of emotional reactivity and tendency to experience anxiety and agitation.
`pers_openness`	A subject's willingness to accept new ideas, experiences, and viewpoints.
`pers_order`	How much a subject desires to maintain order and organization in their life and environment.
`pers_proactivity`	A subject's tendency to take the initiative and actively seek opportunities and solutions.
`pers_selfcontrol`	A subject's ability to manage their impulses and avoid impulsive behaviors.
`pers_sense_of_duty`	How much a subject feels obligated to fulfill their duty and honor their commitments.
`pers_sympathy`	A subject's capacity to feel empathy and compassion for others.
`pers_trust`	How much a subject trusts others and their intentions.
`pers_vulnerability`	The degree of emotional fragility and susceptibility to emotional wounds in a subject.
`pers_will`	A subject's determination and willpower to pursue long-term goals.
`values_achievement`	The importance attributed to achieving career and personal success goals.
`values_benevolence`	The importance attributed to behaving kindly and helping others.
`values_conformity`	The inclination to follow social norms and adapt to the expectations of others.
`values_hedonism`	The pursuit of pleasure and enjoyment as the primary goal in life.
`values_power`	The desire to gain power and control over others or situations.
`values_security`	The importance attributed to financial stability, insurance, and personal protection.
`values_self-direction`	The importance attributed to independence, autonomy, and personal self-expression.
`values_stimulation`	The tendency to seek stimulating and adventurous experiences, such as traveling to exotic places or engaging in extreme sports.
`values_tradition`	The importance attributed to respecting cultural customs and family traditions.
`values_universalism`	The importance attributed to universal values such as equality, social justice, and solidarity.

These basic psychometric traits are returned both on the platform and in the JSON output of API calls (see the dedicated API key chapter). To use them inside a traffic light, check the chapter dedicated to psychometric trait traffic lights.

If you prefer a ready-to-use analysis, you can also check the aggregated psychometric traits, or discover how to read the psychometric trait values returned by Portrait.

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