Medical Subject Headings (MeSH): Personality

Personality refers to an individual’s unique pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that characterizes their interactions with the world around them. In healthcare, personality can impact a range of aspects of patient care, including doctor-patient relationships, communication and empathy, and patient engagement and satisfaction. Healthcare providers with positive personality traits, such as empathy, active listening skills, and strong communication abilities, are often better equipped to build trust and rapport with their patients, leading to improved health outcomes. On the other hand, negative personality traits, such as hostility or lack of empathy, can negatively impact patient care and satisfaction. It’s important for healthcare providers to be aware of their own personality and how it may impact their interactions with patients, and to seek training and support as needed to develop and maintain positive personality traits that enhance patient care.