Type D personality, or "distressed" personality, refers to a tendency to exhibit negative affect (such as gloominess and worry) along with social inhibition (such as lack of self-confidence and ...

The “D” in type D personality stands for distressed. According to a 2005 study, the type D personality has a tendency to experience strong, negative responses and social inhibition at the same time.

All personality types have their own unique approach to life. While some of these approaches may overlap, a Type C personality is not the same as a Type D personality, and vice versa, just as a Type A ...