There are many psychological concepts associated with sociopolitical conventionalism and conservatism, including authoritarianism, dogmatism and ethnocentrism. In this study, we examine dark-side personality trait correlates of two values/motives associated with conservatism: tradition and security. In all, 2,279 adults completed a measure of values (Motives, Values and Preferences Inventory) and one of dark-side personality (Hogan Development Survey). The correlation and regression results showed similar patterns between the two values, indicating a relationship with diligent, narcissistic and psychopathic dark-side personality traits. Implications of dealing with and understanding people high on these two values are considered. Limitations are acknowledged.
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