There are 9 dimensions of temperament that are used to determine a temperament type.
Each of the traits can be thought of as a spectrum, and each child falls somewhere along each continuum.
The 9 Temperament Traits:
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Activity level
This is the amount of activity from low to high that a person engages in throughout the day. Some children seem to be always moving, while others love their quiet time. Children with high activity levels thrive on movement activities or games. Low activity children prefer less intense activities such as reading or coloring. |
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Distractibility
This trait refers to the degree of concentration a child has when being distracted by outside stimuli. |
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Intensity
This is the strength of response, either positive or negative a child has. Children that have a high intensity response tend to be more expressive about their feelings. Low intensity children are often more subdued and quiet. |
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Regularity
This trait has to do with the predictability of bodily functions, such as sleeping, eating, and elimination. |
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Sensory threshold
This is how sensitive a child is to physical sensations, such as sound touch, and temperature. |
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Approach/withdrawal
This trait asks how a child responds to new situations. Some children will be more likely to try new foods, toys, and be comfortable around strangers. However, others may be more hesitant. |
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Adaptability
This refers to the child’s ability to adjust to change. Adaptable children go with the flow, while others may need longer to accept new routines. |
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Persistence
This is the length of time a child will stick with a difficult activity. Children that have high persistence will want to complete a task no matter how challenging, while children with a low persistence level will move on to something else. |
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Mood
This measures the overall quality of mood throughout the day, ranging from a very positive general outlook to a very negative. |
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