Who gives a veg? Relations between personality and Vegetarianism/Veganism

With rates of vegetarianism and veganism (i.e., veg*nism) rising around the world, a growing body research has begun to explore psychological characteristics that distinguish vegetarians vegans from omnivores. However, relatively few studies have examined how veg*nism is related differences in basic personality traits such as “Big Five”, with those tending yield conflicting results. Moreover, none these at lower levels trait hierarchy aspects facets Big Five). Thus, we sought clarify are veg*nism. In Study 1, comprising two samples (S1a: N = 797, S1b: 1534), participants were categorised Veg*n vs Restricted-omnivore Omnivore, completed questionnaires domain aspect Five. 2, (N 562) both categorical continuous measures veg*nism, along domain, aspect, facet levels. Across studies, found people who scored higher on within openness/intellect agreeableness domains most consistently reported Patterns data also suggested relation between might depend way measured. Theoretical practical implications findings discussed.