Neuroticism, characterized by emotions like fear and anxiety, significantly correlates with a 10% increased risk of premature death, particularly in younger men and those less educated.
Loneliness emerged as a critical factor in the study, being the strongest predictor of premature death, leading to potential self-harm and various physical ailments.
Among the participants, nearly 8.8% died during the study, with the average age at death being 70, highlighting the severe consequences associated with neurotic traits.
The research utilized 17 years of health data from the UK Biobank, revealing that mood swings and irritability significantly contribute to mortality risks.
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