Thomas and Chess
How many dimensions are in Thomas and Chess's model?
9
How many dimensions are in Rothbart's model?
6
Is temperament stable?
No
According to Thomas and Chess, what can modify temperament?
Parenting practices
This is the capacity to voluntarily suppress a dominant, reactive response in order to plan and execute a more adaptive response.
Effortful control
This refers to one's nature and how it affects their behavior.
Temperament
What are the three types of temperament?
Easy child
Difficult child
Slow-to-warm-up child
Name three of Rothbart's dimensions.
Activity level
Attention span/persistence
Fearful distress
Irritable distress
Positive affect
Effortful control
How temperament and environment can together produce favorable outcomes.
Goodness of Fit