Individual differences in attentional networks: Trait and state correlates of the ANT

Gerald Matthews; Moshe Zeidner

doi:10.1016/j.paid.2012.04.034

Individual differences in attentional networks: Trait and state correlates of the ANT

Gerald Matthews, Moshe Zeidner

Department of Counseling and Human Development

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Abstract

Several trait and state factors may predict enhanced attentional functioning, but the mechanisms underlying these effects require elucidation. The current study aimed to test relationships between traits (Five Factor Model), three state factors and the Attentional Network Test (ANT). 99 Israeli undergraduates participated. Trait and state factors were differentially related to the ANT indices. As predicted, superior executive control was associated with extraversion, conscientiousness, state task engagement, and low state distress. Differing predictor sets were found for alertness and orienting. Findings are discussed in relation to cognitive neuroscience models of personality and subjective state.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	574-579
Number of pages	6
Journal	Personality and Individual Differences
Volume	53
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.paid.2012.04.034
State	Published - Oct 2012

Keywords

Attention
Attention Networks Test
Conscientiousness
Executive control
Extraversion
Five Factor Model
Mood

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General Psychology

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