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Describe how temperament has been defined and studied by developmental psychologists. With reference to relevant research and theory, discuss the relationship between children's temperament and their early development.
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Describe how temperament has been defined and studied by developmental psychologists. With reference to relevant research and theory, discuss the relationship between children's temperament and their early development. From the moment infants are born, they differ form one another in the emotional responses they use most often. Some are cheerful and active, others more tearful and quiet. Some infants approach new objects and people with enthusiasm, while others turn away. These behaviours reflect differences in the infant's disposition or temperament. In this essay, we will observe some of the different approaches made to temperament by psychologists, whilst at the same time exploring how they have attempted to define and classify the term. Finally, we will look at how temperament may affect children's development and in particular how they interact with others. Temperament has been an important focal point for developmental research over the last twenty years. Particular attention has been paid to...
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