Up: [[Curiosity]] Created: 2024-01-10 Todd Kashdan and Patrick McKnight created a five dimension model of curiosity based on other [[Tension Reduction Models of Curiosity]] that already existed. ## Trait Model Kashdan and McKnight’s model is considered a trait model. The trait approach to curiosity assumes some people are more curious than others. This could be a function of - Frequency — curious more often - Intensity — more strongly curious - Sensitivity — less input is needed for curiosity to be sparked ## Five Traits or Dimensions of Curiosity 1. **deprivation sensitivity** — based on Berlyne and Loewenstein. Filling knowledge gap because it’s a relief to do so 2. **joyous exploration** — based on Deci Responding to sense of wonder about our fascinating world Kashdan found has strong link with intense positive emotions 3. **social** — based on Renner Talking, listening, eavesdropping, snooping to learn what others are thinking and doing Kashdan found has strongest link with being kind, generous, modest 4. **stress tolerance** — based on recent work by Paul Silvia, a psychologist. This one isn’t as clear. It’s about willingness to accept and harness the anxiety associated with novelty. People who don’t have this one may have the others but aren’t willing to step forward and explore. Kashdan found has strongest link with satisfying need to feel competent, autonomous, and that you belong 5. thrill seeking — based on Zuckerman this one is about amplifying novelty, not reducing it. The first four all improve work outcomes. Most important are stress tolerance and social curiosity. If the person can’t tolerate stress they won’t seek challenges, won’t voice dissent and are more likely to disengage. Socially curious people are better at resolving conflicts with others, more likely to receive social support, and more effective at building connection, trust and commitment. > [!user] Todd Kashdan et al. > ‘The Five Dimensions of Curiosity’ in [Harvard Business Review](https://hbr.org/2018/09/the-five-dimensions-of-curiosity?ab=seriesnav-spotlight) Sept-Oct. 2018