Source method biases as implicit personality theory at the domain and facet levels

ConclusionsMethod biases apparently reflect implicit personality theory (IPT) —beliefs about how traits and trait indicators covary. We discuss the (collective) accuracy and possible origins of IPT. Because method biases limit the accuracy of single‐source assessments, we recommend assessments that combine information from two or more informants.

Source: Journal of Personality - October 11, 2018 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Robert R. McCrae, Ren é Mõttus, Martina Hřebíčková, Anu Realo, Jüri Allik Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research