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Exploring the Relationships Between Hyperarousal, Personality Traits, and Anxiety Sensitivity: A Network Analysis

Amelia Rizzo Martina Barbera Francesca Bruno
Akademik Künye
Dergi
Humanistic Perspective
Cilt · Sayı · Sayfa
Cilt 7 · Sayı 3 · s. 218–235
Tarih
31 Ekim 2025
DOI
10.47793/hp.1682566
Özet

This study examines the links between hyperarousal, personality traits, and anxiety sensitivity using the H-scale, Big Five Questionnaire (BFQ), and Anxiety Sensitivity Index-3 (ASI-3). A total of 1,118 Italian adults (534 males, 584 females; M = 35.61, SD = 12.47) participated. Pearson correlations and network analysis revealed significant negative associations between introspection and reactivity (H-scale) and emotion control, impulse control, and emotional stability (BFQ). This suggests that individuals with higher introspection and reactivity may have more difficulty regulating emotions and maintaining stability. Additionally, reactivity showed negative correlations with dynamism, dominance, and extroversion, indicating lower engagement, assertiveness, and vitality. Graphical network visualization illustrated a model linking hyperarousal, personality traits, and anxiety vulnerability. These findings highlight how heightened introspection and reactivity are related to poor emotional regulation and increased anxiety risk, suggesting the need for targeted psychological interventions.

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Abstract

This study examines the links between hyperarousal, personality traits, and anxiety sensitivity using the H-scale, Big Five Questionnaire (BFQ), and Anxiety Sensitivity Index-3 (ASI-3). A total of 1,118 Italian adults (534 males, 584 females; M = 35.61, SD = 12.47) participated. Pearson correlations and network analysis revealed significant negative associations between introspection and reactivity (H-scale) and emotion control, impulse control, and emotional stability (BFQ). This suggests that individuals with higher introspection and reactivity may have more difficulty regulating emotions and maintaining stability. Additionally, reactivity showed negative correlations with dynamism, dominance, and extroversion, indicating lower engagement, assertiveness, and vitality. Graphical network visualization illustrated a model linking hyperarousal, personality traits, and anxiety vulnerability. These findings highlight how heightened introspection and reactivity are related to poor emotional regulation and increased anxiety risk, suggesting the need for targeted psychological interventions.

Keywords
hyperarousal introspection reactivity emotional regulation anxiety personality
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