A Literature Review of the Relationship Between Big Five Personality Traits and Adolescent Well-Being

This study systematically reviews the relationship between the Big Five personality traits and adolescent well-being. Key findings indicate that: (1) Extraversion and conscientiousness consistently predict higher levels of well-being, while neuroticism shows a stable negative association; (2) The effects of agreeableness and openness are highly context-dependent, with their strength and direction moderated by collectivist versus individualist cultural frameworks; (3) Analyses of underlying mechanisms identify self-esteem and social support as key mediating variables; and (4) Cultural factors significantly moderate the pathways linking personality traits to well-being. This synthesis integrates empirical evidence on the Big Five personality traits and adolescent well-being, providing a personality psychology foundation for the development of mental health interventions. Future research should prioritize long-term longitudinal studies and further investigation into the psychological mechanisms through which these traits influence adolescent well-being.