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Hess, Yanine D.
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Fall 2019
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Studies have examined broad ideas regarding rejection sensitivity, such as where it stems from, the traits and emotions that comes with rejection sensitivity, and the consequences it has for individuals who are high in rejection sensitivity (HRS). Similarly, it has looked at the intimate relationships and bonds they create. This current study examined the association between rejection sensitivity and empathy. Specifically, since this was a combined study, we wanted to look at how rejection sensitivity can help or hinder one’s ability to empathize with others and to perceive the presence of rejection for others in ambiguous situations. In a correlational study, participants were asked a series of questionnaires examining their level of empathy, neuroticism, rejection sensitivity, as well as their perceptions of various negative social situations. Results showed that individuals who were HRS had a greater awareness of rejection emotions in another person. Similarly, results showed that neuroticism predicted greater awareness of rejected feelings in another person as well. It was hypothesized that this study would be an important step in understanding how certain personality traits lead to responses in social interactions.
Keywords: Rejection Sensitivity, Ostracism, Emotions, Empathy, Social situations
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