The Observer’s Individual Psychological Characteristics in Connection with Evaluation of Trust/Distrust of a Stranger from Video

Abstract

This article investigates the individual psychological characteristics of an observer evaluating a stranger for trust/distrust in him from video clips. The perceived person participates in various communicative situations: 1) passing; 2) exam; 3) psychological counselling. 128 people took part in the study, students of MIP and GAUGN, 8 people acted as models. The subjects were consistently shown all three communicative situations. The overall evaluation of trust/distrust in them was measured. As a result of the study, it was shown that a third of the psychological characteristics of the observer, measured by the “personal differential” method, affect the parameter of trust/distrust in a stranger. Those who evaluate themselves more conscientiously, more fairly, friendlier, stronger, more determined, more confident, more sociable, more open, active, calm, relaxed and independent, trust more.