Accentuations of character mean a deviation from the norm in the behavior of a person.
For the first time, the term "character accentuation" was introduced by Karl Leonhard, in which he divided people into several types:
1. Hypertensive
Optimistic, always a lot of energy, loves leadership in a group. Prefers noisy companies. It is difficult for a hypertim to sit in one place, he needs constant social activity. This type prefers vigorous activities, monotonous activity gets tired all the time.
2. Dysthymic
Differs in a pessimistic outlook on life. Likes to spend time alone. Prefers monotonous work where communication is kept to a minimum. Sensitive to the opinions of people around him.
3. Affectively labile
The mood is constantly changing. A cheerful mood can be abruptly replaced by sadness and longing. Knows how to switch attention from active work to monotonous work, depending on his mood.
4. Emotive
An impressionable and emotional person. Likes to help other people. Realizes himself in social professions where help is needed to others. For the emotive type, it is important that others care and express their feelings. Coldness in a relationship can trigger emotional trauma.
5. Anxious
Afraid of various situations. It is difficult to make a decision, as he always doubts the correctness of his choice. Responsible in daily activities. Rarely shows his real feelings, which sometimes leads to various diseases. Activities with constant stress and requiring strong endurance are contraindicated.
6. Excitable
Can be annoyed over various trifles. Often comes into conflict with people around him. The excitable type needs to channel aggressive energy into sports or other active activity, as well as to establish relationships with people around them.
7. Stuck
Painfully ambitious. He is very worried when he is treated unfairly. Remembers good and bad attitudes. It is difficult to get rid of negative emotions, which leads to excessive resentment and vindictiveness. If there are no negative emotions, then in a relationship a good and devoted friend.
8. Pedantic
Attentive to details, loves to bring the work started to the end, it is difficult to switch from one case to another. Inclined to monotonous paperwork. At work, a responsible person you can always rely on.
9. Demonstrative
Loves attention and does anything for this. At best, they make good actors; in a negative scenario, they constantly deceive and play to the public. They look beautiful, always dress brightly.
10. Exalted
Differs in altruism, completely unlike the others. These are bright people who can admire every little thing. People of creative professions.
11. Introverted
Too closed, has a small social circle. Knows how to control emotions, but sensitive inside. Immersed in his inner world. Usually these are thinkers and people of philosophical professions.
Accentuations of character are not a sentence if you channel energy in the right direction. Even your shortcomings can be greatly benefited. If, nevertheless, character accentuations interfere with life, for this it is necessary to turn to psychological methods of correction.
