Rudiments of Infant Temperament: Newborn to 9 Months.

Matheny, Adam P. Jr.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ331943

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Publication Date: 1985

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Rudiments of Infant Temperament: Newborn to 9 Months.

Matheny, Adam P. Jr.; And Others

Developmental Psychology, v21 n3 p486-94 May 1985

Assessed temperament of newborn twins using comprehensive neonatal exam that focused on irritability, resistance to soothing activity, and reinforcement value. Some infants were later assessed at 9 months. Emotional activity appeared to be core dimension stretching over ages and is discussed in relation to formulations of infant temperament. (Author/DST)

Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Emotional Response, Individual Differences, Infants, Neonates, Personality, Personality Assessment, Personality Development, Responses, Twins

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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