Human Growth and Development / Unit 4 HGD 0460 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Thomas and Chess's Nine Traits
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The idea
Thomas and Chess rated nine temperament traits from parent and teacher interviews, including activity, rhythmicity, approach, adaptability, intensity, mood and persistence.
In practice
One infant scoring high on activity and low on rhythmicity, eating and sleeping at unpredictable times.
Where people slip
Sensitivity and distractibility complete the nine. Each trait runs from high to low rather than on or off.
Your place on the trail
Every lesson rests on earlier ones and opens later ones. Tap any to jump.
Builds on
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