Paul T. Costa

Paul T. Costa is a prominent psychologist known for his research on personality, especially the Five-Factor Model (the "Big Five" traits). His work helps us understand how individuals differ in qualities like openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism. Costa has contributed to developing methods for assessing personality and exploring how traits influence behavior, health, and well-being. His insights are widely used in psychology, employment testing, and personality research to better understand human tendencies and guide personal and professional development.