19236: The Need to Belong and Need for Affiliation: Distinct Constructs or Two Sides of the Same Coin?

Sunday, July 27, 2025

10:00 - 11:00 CEST (GMT+2)

Location: Bella Center: Hub (Blue) Poster 103

Session Type: Poster
Orientation: Research
Shareable link: https://cdmcd.co/B8XYLq

Author(s)

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Jane Park

Florida International University, United States
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Julia King

Florida International University
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April Sicam

Florida International University
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Ron Wolfart

Florida International University
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Chockalingam Viswesvaran

Florida International U., United States

The study explores the distinctions between the Need to Belong (NTB) and the Need for Affiliation (nAff) and their relationships with the Big Five personality traits. Our findings reveal significant differences between these constructs. Specifically, nAff is closely linked to Sociability and Extraversion, whereas NTB is strongly associated with high Neuroticism (low Emotional Stability). Additionally, the Big Five traits and Sociability are more strongly tied to nAff than NTB. Notably, NTB appears to be more context-specific (e.g., within groups or organizations), whereas nAff reflects a broader and more global need for positive social interactions.

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