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Lesson 18

Personality Types

In the world of psychology,

there are two classifications of
personality, wherein an individual
can be categorized. These describe
the attitudes, traits and patterns of
behavior that a person might possess.
The two types of personality are type
A and B. Type A individuals are often
regarded as stress junkies because
they are very perfectionist. They are

also highly competitive, ambitious, very conscious with time, aggressive
and workaholic. Due to this, they end up having difficulty relaxing and
they have no time for themselves. On the other hand, type B individuals
have the exact opposite behavior. They are very relaxed, patient, and easy
going. They take one day at a time. They are contented and happy with
what they have.
Most individuals do not pay attention to this because for them it’s just about
behavior and attitude but did you know that this has an implication on your
health? Yes, it does. According to studies, Type A individuals have higher
risks of having cardiac disorders like coronary heart disease. The risk for
this is twice as much as healthy individuals

Comprehension

1. What are the types of personalities?

2. What are the differences between type A and B?

3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a type A

personality? A type personality?

Questions

1. What type of personality do you have?

2. Which do you prefer, type A or B? Why?

Vocabulary & Expressions

Stress junkies - A person who is always stress because of thinking and worrying too much
Perfectionist - a person who always wants to meet the standards and wants everything to be
done perfectly
Workaholic - an individual who works compulsively, obsessed in working
Implication - associated to or connected to.

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