Argumentation Style
Guardian
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Group Properties
High normativity in judging and behavior. Close attention to the ethical conduct of others, measured against internalized moral standards. Pronounced sense of guilt and personal moral accountability. Emotional sensitivity. Frequent anxiety, particularly regarding loved ones, difficulty coping with losses.
Motivation: aligning one's position with the values and wellbeing of one's group, and speaking on its behalf.
Group of Integrated Ethics
Research Correlations
Statements (and clusters) most strongly associated with the small group "Guardian"
1
I feel an almost physical sense of revulsion when I witness some of the vile actions of people.
r = 1.431
Strongest Correlation
Correlation Strength85.9%
2
I dwell on my mistakes for a long time.
r = 1.406
Correlation Strength84.4%
3
I frequently worry about the immoral actions of my acquaintances.
r = 1.390
Correlation Strength83.4%
4
I get very upset when I can't foresee everything and, as a result, let down those around me even a little.
r = 1.383
Correlation Strength83.0%
5
I am very sensitive to how people treat me.
r = 1.358
Correlation Strength81.5%