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Deep Learning / AI Reveals How Your Words Reflect Personality
« Last post by Chip on Today at 10:24:47 AM »
https://neurosciencenews.com/ai-personality-words-29353/

June 26, 2025

Summary:

Researchers have shown that AI can detect personality traits from written text and, crucially, now understand how these models make decisions.

By applying explainable AI techniques like integrated gradients, the team uncovered how specific words and linguistic patterns contribute to predictions based on major psychological frameworks.

The study found that Big Five traits are more reliably detected than MBTI types, with the former aligning better with linguistic markers of behavior. These insights may pave the way for transparent, ethical personality assessments in psychology, HR, education, and digital platforms.

Key Facts:

● Explainable AI: Integrated gradients were used to uncover which words influenced personality predictions, opening the “black box” of AI decision-making.

● Big Five vs. MBTI: The Big Five model proved more reliable and psychologically grounded for AI-based personality analysis than the MBTI.

● Practical Use: Findings could enhance clinical assessments, education personalization, HR processes, and adaptive AI assistants.

Source: University of Barcelona

A research team at the University of Barcelona has shown how artificial intelligence (AI) models can detect personality traits from written texts, and for the first time has managed to analyse in detail how these systems make decisions.

These results, published in the journal PLOS ONE, open up new perspectives for understanding how personality manifests itself in natural language and also how more transparent and reliable automatic detection tools can be built.

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Credit: Neuroscience News

The paper is signed by three UB experts: David Saeteros and David Gallardo-Pujol, researcher and director, respectively, of the Individual Differences Lab Research Group (IDLab) of the Faculty of Psychology and the Institute of Neurosciences (UBneuro), and Daniel Ortiz Martínez, researcher at the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science.

Opening the “black box” of algorithms:

The study has analysed how two advanced AI models, BERT and RoBERTa, process text data to detect personality characteristics following two main psychological frameworks: the Big Five personality trait system (openness to experience, responsibility, extraversion, agreeableness and emotional stability) and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), an instrument that classifies people along the dimensions of extrovert-introvert, sensory-intuitive, thinking-feeling and thinking-feeling.

“In psychology, there is a prevalent model of personality and other less validated models, which we use to understand and measure individual differences in behaviour, emotions and thinking”, the researchers explain about these two psychological frameworks.

The texts analysed in the study were obtained from two databases fed with questionnaires from both models (Big Five and MBTI), which had previously been classified according to the presence of indicators of the different personality traits and types that comprise them.

Subsequently, researchers have used explainable AI techniques to observe the AI models and see which language patterns influence the identification of personality traits in these writings.

“Explainability techniques allow us to ‘open the black box’ of algorithms, which ensures that predictions are based on psychologically relevant signals and not on artefacts in the data”, note the authors.

Specifically, they used a technique called integrated gradients, which allows them to identify exactly which words or phrases contribute to the prediction of a specific personality trait.

“This methodology has allowed us to visualize and quantify the importance of various linguistic elements in the model’s predictions”, they say.

For example, they have observed that words such as hate, which would traditionally be associated with negative traits, can appear in contexts that actually reflect kindness (“I hate to see others suffer”).

\“Without understanding how the model interprets these words in context, we may draw the wrong conclusions”, they stress.

This approach guarantees the scientific validity of the performance of AI models, as it allows “verifying whether the models align with established psychological theories and also provides a solid basis for continuous improvement by ensuring that they are based on linguistic patterns that are genuinely related to the psychological constructs they are intended to measure”, he adds.

The limitations of the MBTI model:

The study also highlighted the limitations of the MBTI model compared to the Big Five one, which shows a stronger basis for both automated personality analysis and classical psychometric analysis.

“Despite being widely used in computer science and some applied fields of psychology, the MBTI model has serious limitations for automatic personality assessment, as our results indicate that the models tend to rely more on artefacts than on real patterns”, they note.

Applications of automatic personality detection

The use of automatic personality detection techniques with AI models can have a major impact on the field of personality psychology.

“With these methods, psychologists will identify linguistic patterns associated with different personality traits that, with traditional methods, might go unnoticed.

This can lead to more natural and less intrusive assessment methods, especially valuable for the study of large populations”, the researchers note.

In the clinical field, the authors point out that they can help in “initial assessment and follow-up of patients by focusing attention on changes in language or verbal expression as indicators of important psychological elements for therapy”.

They also point out that they can play an important role in other areas: in personnel selection, in educational personalization, in social research — it would facilitate the analysis of large volumes of textual data — or in the development of virtual assistants and conversational agents, as it would help to create more natural and adapted interactions.

“It is important to stress that all such applications should be based on scientifically sound models and incorporate the explainability techniques we have explored, to ensure ethical and transparent use”, they add.

Despite the potential, researchers believe that these models will not replace traditional personality tests in the short term, but will complement them and offer an additional and deeper perspective.

“We see an evolution towards a multimodal approach, where traditional assessments are combined with natural language analysis, digital behaviour and other data sources to get a more complete picture of personality”, they note.

This integrative approach will, according to the researchers, build on the strengths of each methodology, providing a “richer and more nuanced view of the human personality”.

In this sense, AI models can be “especially useful in contexts where traditional data collection is difficult or when large volumes of information need to be analysed efficiently”, they add.

Validating research in other contexts:

The next steps in this study include extending the analysis to other text types, platforms, languages and cultures to confirm whether the patterns identified are consistent across different contexts.

The researchers want to explore the application of these techniques to other psychological constructs beyond personality, such as emotional states or attitudes.

Researchers are also working to integrate multimodal data into these analyses — combining text with other forms of expression, such as voice or non-verbal behaviour, and using technologies such as automatic audio transcription (Whisper.ai) — as well as their application in real-life contexts.

The team wants to “collaborate with clinicians and human resources professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of these tools in real-world settings, ensuring that they have a positive and ethical impact”, they conclude.

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Technical Stuff / Re: why won't search work for me?
« Last post by Chip on Today at 10:09:51 AM »
Search will fail if the server is under a high-load condition !
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🏋️‍♀️Health Tips You cannot afford to ignore:

1. Aim for 7–8 hours of sleep — it's crucial for your body's restoration.

2. Stay hydrated — lack of water can weaken both your body and mind.

3. Get some movement each day — even a walk counts.

4. Reduce sugar intake — it's a catalyst for illness and fatigue.

5. Choose whole, nutritious foods — both your gut and mind will appreciate it.

6. Don’t skip strength training — preserving muscle slows down aging.

7. Handle stress effectively — ongoing stress can harm your health without you noticing.

8. Soak up some sunlight daily — it provides free vitamin D and lifts your spirits.

9. Pay attention to your body — aches and tiredness can be early indicators of issues.

10. Schedule routine checkups — it's wise even when you feel well.
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14 UNSPOKEN RULES:

1. Don't ask someone their salary, age, or weight.

2. Let people exit before you

3. Return what you borrow in enter. the same condition.

4. Don't interrupt when someone is speaking.

5. Don't use speakerphone in public.

6. Respect personal space-physical and emotional.

7. If someone is wearing headphones, they don't want to talk.

8. Don't show up empty-handed to someone's home.

9. Don't ask couples when they're having kids.

10. Say "thank you" even for small gestures.

11. Keep your phone away during meals.

12. Don't make fun of someone's appearance.

13. Don't stare-it's rude.

14. Respect the "Do Not Disturb" sign-literally and figuratively.
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I couldn't resist adding some more:

1. Never play with someone's feelings just for your happiness. You may win the game, but the risk is that you will surely lose the person for a lifetime.

2. Never stop to make yourself better. No matter what you know, the minute you stop building yourself, you begin to deteriorate.

3. Never think that you are not good enough. In life, people will take you for what or how you present yourself.

4. Never lose hope in life. To hope, is to breathe life, to free your mind from fear and pessimism and fill it with optimism and positive thinking. So, no matter how difficult your life gets, never deprive yourself of hope.

5. Never lose your self-respect. Self-respect is a form of self-care.

6. Never beg for opportunities. Snatch them. When you beg for opportunities (including jobs), you will be seen as inexperienced and of low value. It is much better to have confident in the value you have to offer than to beg.

7. Never take anyone or anything in life for granted. Taking things for granted is considered irresponsible, even damaging. Taking your spouse for granted is a surefire way to make them feel unloved. Taking your income for granted can put you at financial risk if you lose your job. Taking your health for granted can lead you to take poor care of yourself.

8. Even if the world takes advantage of you, never let the good in you d!e.


Post Merged: Today at 07:40:29 AM
What Real Confidence Means:

1. Confidence isn't thinking you'll always win. It's being okay if you don't.

2. People don't notice your flaws unless you point them out. Don't talk about your fears so much.

3. Loud people aren't always confident. True confidence is calm and quiet.

4. Don't explain too much. Say what you need and be silent.

5. You don't have to feel confident to act confident. Acting comes first, feeling comes later.

6. Chasing approval scares respect away. Seeking validation is loud; self-respect is quiet.

7. Looking unsure is worse than being wrong. People trust people who believe in themselves.
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Technical Stuff / How to buy Dapoxetine correctly online
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General Discussion for Everybody / Read, Respect, Reflect".
« Last post by BollySem on June 28, 2025, 03:51:23 PM »
In an age of digital communication, how do we balance the need for open discussion about drug use with the responsibility to create a safe and respectful environment? Can strict rules stifle genuine conversations, or are they essential for protecting vulnerable individuals?
 
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Amino Acids and Supplements / Sleep Stacks - Stack1
« Last post by smfadmin on June 27, 2025, 09:55:34 PM »
💤 SleepStack1 – GABAergic Night Stack

A synergistic supplement stack designed to promote GABAergic tone, enhance serotonin/melatonin synthesis, and support deep, restorative sleep.

🧪 Ingredients & Dosages

  • 🌙 GABA – 2250 mg
    → Primary inhibitory neurotransmitter; promotes calm
  • 🌿 L-Theanine – 400 mg
    → Enhances alpha waves, reduces anxiety, synergizes with GABA
  • 🔬 Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) – 300 mg
    → Supports BBB permeability & mitochondrial repair
  • 💊 5-HTP – 200 mg
    → Serotonin precursor → melatonin; taken on empty stomach
  • 🧠 Vitamin B6 (P5P form preferred) – 1.7 mg to 25 mg
    → Cofactor for GABA & serotonin synthesis
  • 🌶️ Piperine (Black Pepper Extract) – 20 mg
    → Enhances bioavailability of 5-HTP, ALA, and GABA

🕒 Dosing Schedule

Time Before BedSupplements
30–60 min💊 5-HTP (empty stomach)
20–30 min🌙 GABA + 🌿 Theanine + 🔬 ALA + 🌶️ Piperine

💤 Expected Benefits
  • Faster sleep onset
  • Deeper, uninterrupted sleep
  • Reduced mental chatter
  • Elevated mood next day
  • Enhanced GABAergic activity

🚫 What to Avoid at Night
  • Caffeine or stimulants
  • Bright screens (blue light)
  • L-Histidine (histamine precursor)
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Amino Acids and Supplements / Mixing Pea_MA_ALCAR_SAMe
« Last post by Chip on June 27, 2025, 12:06:50 PM »
🧬 Metabolic Effects: PEA + Methamphetamine + ALCAR + SAMe

🧠 1. Phenylethylamine (PEA)
  • Rapidly broken down by MAO-B into phenylacetic acid.
  • Brief spikes in dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin.
  • Short-lived unless MAO-B is inhibited.
🔥 2. Methamphetamine (MA)
  • Increases dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin via VMAT2 inhibition.
  • Inhibits MAO, making PEA more effective.
  • Induces oxidative stress in neurons.
⚡ 3. ALCAR (Acetyl-L-Carnitine)
  • Enhances mitochondrial energy metabolism.
  • Reduces oxidative damage.
  • Improves dopamine receptor sensitivity.
🔁 4. SAMe (S-Adenosylmethionine)
  • Primary methyl donor for neurotransmitter production.
  • Supports COMT → dopamine breakdown.
  • Boosts glutathione production and detox processes.


🧪 Combined Effects

  • PEA + MA: MA inhibits MAO → PEA lasts longer → intense stimulation
  • MA + ALCAR: MA stresses mitochondria → ALCAR counters it 🔋
  • ALCAR + SAMe: Energy + methylation synergy 🔁
  • MA + SAMe: Dopamine synthesis + breakdown maintained 🧬


⚠️ Key Risks
  • Hypertensive Crisis: MA + PEA → extreme BP & HR 💣
  • Neurotoxicity: Dopamine overflow → ROS damage 💥
  • Serotonin Syndrome: Rare but possible with SSRI/5-HTP ⚠️
  • Tolerance: Downregulation & depletion 📉


✅ Benefits (With Caution)
  • 🚀 Increased focus, euphoria, motivation
  • 🔋 Better mitochondrial health
  • 🧬 Enhanced neurotransmitter turnover



🧠 Final Summary
Combining PEA + MA + ALCAR + SAMe creates a potent metabolic synergy of:
  • High stimulant potential
  • Mitochondrial and cognitive support
  • Improved methylation & detox

…but also demands caution due to:
  • Cardiovascular risk
  • Tolerance buildup
  • Oxidative stress

NB: Using supplements can preserve your health so do your own research (or ask me) so take plenty of care and do not be blasé !
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🧪 Mysterious Fentanyl Positives Despite Abstinence – How to Fight Back

“I’ve been clean since September, yet still keep testing positive for fentanyl. I’m losing my mind trying to figure out why. I think it's the clinic's handling of the pills, but I can't prove it.”

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🚨 Summary of the Issue
  • Stopped using fentanyl and meth in September
  • Still had intermittent positives for fentanyl, despite months of clean results in between
  • Methadone is dispensed as dissolvable disc pills (not liquid)
  • Clinic staff touch pills without gloves
  • Suspected exposure from surfaces or contaminated pills

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🧪 1. What Could Be Happening?

🔹 A. Environmental Contamination 
Possible. Fentanyl is highly potent, and trace amounts from clinic staff hands could transfer to a pill. Just one contaminated dose could trigger a positive result.

🔹 B. Ultra-Sensitive Tests 
Cutoffs can be as low as 1–2 ng/mL. A single trace dose from contaminated packaging could still trigger a positive.

🔹 C. Stored in Fat Tissue? 
Unlikely unless there was massive past use and/or organ dysfunction. Doesn’t explain months-long gaps between positives.

🔹 D. False Positives? 
Fentanyl is unlikely to show false positives due to modern testing. However, confirmatory tests are crucial to verify.

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🧾 2. What Can You Do To Prove You’re Clean?

✅ A. Request GC/MS Confirmation 
Say this to the clinic: 
“Can I request a GC/MS confirmatory test to confirm whether this is trace contamination or a false positive?” 
GC/MS distinguishes:
  • Fentanyl vs analogues
  • Presence of metabolites (proves ingestion vs contamination)
  • Exact quantity in ng/mL

✅ B. Independent Drug Testing
Get tested at an outside lab (e.g., LabCorp, Quest):
  • Hair test – covers 90 days
  • Urine test – taken the same day as your clinic test
Document the methadone dose and lab result. This builds strong evidence.

✅ C. Document Everything
Track:
  • All positive and negative test dates
  • Methadone batch info if available
  • Clinic handling conditions – e.g., who wore gloves, how pills were packaged

✅ D. Observe Staff Practices
You can politely ask:
“Why don’t staff use gloves when bagging take-home doses?” 
Optionally: photograph or note glove usage and pill handling methods.

✅ E. Request a Safer Format
Ask for liquid methadone or sealed blister packs to avoid possible contamination.

“To avoid any potential contamination, can I switch to a sealed liquid formulation?”

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🛡️ 3. What to Say to the Clinic
Here’s a sample statement to use:

Quote

“I’ve been clean since September. My test pattern shows long periods of clean results with random fentanyl positives. I’ve tried everything – gloves, cleaning surfaces, avoiding contact – and I still tested positive. I believe trace contamination may be occurring at the clinic.

I am not accusing anyone, I just want to protect my recovery and my record. Could we please run a GC/MS confirmatory test next time, or explore alternative packaging methods?”


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👩‍⚖️ 4. Last Resort – Legal and Patient Advocacy
If the clinic won’t cooperate:
  • Contact a Patient Advocate/Ombudsman
  • File a formal complaint with your state addiction authority
  • Request a clinic transfer if feasible

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🧷 TL;DR Survival Checklist
✅ Request GC/MS confirmation tests 
✅ Get outside urine + hair tests 
Document everything (dates, people, conditions) 
✅ Ask for sealed dose packaging 
✅ Use firm but polite language with clinic 
✅ If needed, go legal with advocates or state boards

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Ask me! I’ll write a clean, professional appeal or daily logbook template to help present your case.
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