بعض سمات الشخصية لدى أعضاء هيئة الشرطة دراسة ميدانية بمركز شرطة صياد

Abstract

This study investigates selected personality traits among police officers at Sayyad Police Station in Libya and examines differences by age, educational stage, and marital status. A descriptive–analytical design was employed. A 22-item questionnaire measuring three dimensions—calmness, neuroticism, and aggression—was administered to a purposive sample of 27 officers from a population of 71. Findings indicate that calmness ranked highest (high weighted mean), followed by neuroticism and aggression (both relatively low). Inferential analyses (t-test and one-way ANOVA) revealed no statistically significant differences in the three traits across age groups, educational stages, or marital status. These results are interpreted in light of the disciplined nature of police work and the role of professional socialization in shaping officers’ behavioral responses under pressure. The study recommends strengthening positive traits (e.g., calmness and self-confidence), implementing continuous psychological preparation and in-service training, and developing selection and training standards that align personality profiles with the specific demands of policing.