Raising Good Humans
The Truth about Temperament: How to Better Understand your Child's Personality
Mar 8, 2024
Delve into child temperament with Dr. Pérez-Edgar, understanding its influence on behavior and development. Explore historical evolution, gut health benefits, and cultural influences. Learn to support children's true selves and navigate parenting with varied temperaments.
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- Understanding temperament is crucial in shaping a child's behavior and development.
- Parents should support children based on their unique temperamental traits for optimal growth.
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Understanding Temperament and its Historical Context
Temperament, a concept dating back to ancient Greek philosophy, refers to an individual's stable approach, interaction, and presentation to the world. Initially explained through terms like biles and humors, today it is linked to biological factors like neurotransmitters. Historical shifts from environmental focus to acknowledging biology's role in temperament highlight its importance in understanding human behavior.
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