Graduation Term

Spring 2026

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department

Department of Psychology

Committee Chair

Jefferey Kahn

Committee Member

Susan Sprecher

Abstract

This study examined the associations of personality traits, as conceptualized by the five- factor model, on relationship satisfaction among individuals in romantic relationships in Ghana. The research explored how individuals’ self-reported traits and their perceptions of their partners’ personality traits are associated with relationship satisfaction. A cross-sectional survey design was used, and data were collected through an online questionnaire administered via Qualtrics. Participants consisted of adults residing in Ghana, most of whom were involved in romantic relationships. After data screening procedures, 149 usable responses were included in the analysis.

Self-reported personality traits were measured using the Big Five Inventory – 2 (BFI-2), while perceived partner personality traits were assessed using the Ten-Item Personality Inventory (TIPI). Relationship satisfaction was measured using the Relationship Quality Scale. Correlational and multiple regression analyses were conducted to examine the relationships among the variables. The findings indicated that personality traits were significantly associated with relationship satisfaction. Specifically, higher levels of Neuroticism were associated with lower relationship satisfaction, whereas Agreeableness and Conscientiousness were positively associated with relationship satisfaction. Perceptions of partners’ personality traits also were associated with relationship satisfaction. These findings underscore the role of personality dynamics in shaping romantic relationship outcomes and contribute to the limited literature on personality and relationship quality within the Ghanaian cultural context.

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