Did you know that there is more than one type of boredom? You've probably experienced it for yourself, but didn't even take the time to reflect on the differences between each in your own system.

Well today I'm going to give you some information that will help you figure out what type of boredom you have and what you can do about it.

Welcome back to Savvy Psychologist.

I'm your host Dr. Monica Johnson.

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Boredom is generally defined as an unpleasant state of wanting to be engaged in something,

but being unable to do so. It is characterized by feelings of dissatisfaction, restlessness, and disinterest.

Boredum can be caused by a variety of factors,

including when notness tasks,

lack of interest in the available activities, or an individual's

difficulty in engaging with the environment due to internal or external barriers.

It can also arise from a mismatch between an individual's needs for

simulation and the opportunities available to meet those needs.

Individual differences

experience boredom.

These differences can determine not only how often and intensely

someone feels bored, but also how they respond to boredom.

Key individual differences related to boredom include personality traits.

Certain personality traits. Certain personality traits such as high neuroticism,

low openness to experience, and low conscientiousness have been linked to a higher propensity for boredom.

People with high extroversion may also experience boredom more intensely

because they have a higher need for stimulation and social interaction.

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