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Temperament in Personality

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Reactivity in Temperament

Reactivity, a key dimension of temperament, describes how an individual responds to novel or challenging stimuli in their environment. For instance, some individuals may react with high anxiety to new situations, while others may show little to no reaction.

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Updated 2025-10-10

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Natalie Fick

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