Neurotic Personality in Convicted Drug Offenders

Abstract

Each person possesses unique characteristics that distinguish them from others. One’s personality traits determine whether they have an average, exceptional, or abnormal personality. Neurotic behaviour is a concerning abnormality in behaviour. This study aimed to determine the neurotic personality of inmates convicted of drug offences. The study was conducted across nine prisons in Madhya Pradesh, India, using purposive sampling method to collect data. The research tools employed were an interview schedule and the NEO-FFI-3 personality inventory. The researcher analyzed the inmates’ neurotic personalities and found that their neurotic behaviour was remarkably high.