Child Development and Temperament

What are the traits of highly sensitive children?

• They are always cheerful and outgoing.

• They have their feelings hurt easily and may be bothered by sights, sounds, or smells.

• They are indifferent to others' emotions.

• They thrive in chaotic environments.

What are some causes of crying in infants?

• Colic (constant crying)

• Happiness and joy

• Sleepiness

• Loud noises

what is failure to thrive in an infant?

• A condition where a baby is gaining weight at a normal rate for their age.

• A condition where a baby is not gaining weight at a normal rate for their age, often due to inadequate nutrition or underlying medical issues.

• A condition where a baby is growing taller than expected for their age.

• A condition where a baby is developing normally but has a low appetite.

What is the mood of children with a positive outlook?

• They have a gloomy outlook and expect the worst from people.

• They have a neutral mood and are indifferent to others.

• They have a rosy outlook and expect the best from people.

• They are often anxious and uncertain about their surroundings.

How do slow to warm or cautious children behave?

• They are always active and outgoing.

• They may withdraw or react negatively to new situations, but can become more positive with repeated exposure.

• They are typically very social and make friends easily.

• They tend to be overly aggressive in new environments.

How do less perceptive children behave?

• They notice less of what is going on around them, making it easier to follow through on multi-step tasks.

• They are more aware of their surroundings and can easily manage multi-step tasks.

• They tend to be more curious and ask many questions about their environment.

• They quickly adapt to new situations and learn from their mistakes.

How do less regular children behave?

• They have a different schedule each day.

• They follow a strict routine every day.

• They are always on time for activities.

• They prefer to stay at home rather than go out.

What are the habits of highly regular children?

• They like to eat, sleep, and go to the bathroom at about the same time each day.

• They prefer to eat junk food and stay up late.

• They often skip meals and sleep irregularly.

• They have no specific routine and are very spontaneous.

How do less persistent children behave?

• They refuse to change activities and insist on their choice.

• They can be persuaded to move on to new activities and can accept no for an answer.

• They are always compliant and never challenge authority.

• They show extreme frustration when faced with obstacles.

What defines high-approach children?

• They are shy and avoid new experiences.

• They dive right in, are open to new activities, and willing to try new foods.

• They prefer routine and familiar activities.

• They are overly cautious and hesitant to try new things.