Article
Personality characteristics of successful applicants to the priesthood
Psychology
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-1-1996
Publisher
Springer
Disciplines
Abstract
This study investigated personality characteristics of successful pastoral candidates to a major Catholic religious order. Personality measures (i.e., MMPI-2 and 16PF) were administered to 21 male applicants between 1990 and 1994 who subsequently entered into religious life. Results suggest that these clergy applicants were generally well-adjusted, socially responsible, and interpersonally sensitive. However, results also suggest a tendency for defensiveness. Coping with perceived negative impulses (i.e., anger and hostility) may also be an issue for many. Implications for future research are offered.
Citation Information
Plante, T. G., Manuel, G. M., & Tandez, J. (1996). Personality characteristics of successful applicants to the priesthood. Pastoral Psychology, 45, 29-40.
The final publication is available at Springer via http://doi.org/10.1007/BF02251407