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Down's syndrome and toddler temperament.

G S Huntington, R J Simeonsson

    Child: Care, Health and Development
    |January 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Children with Down's syndrome show similar temperament profiles to their non-handicapped peers. This suggests chronological age is a more relevant factor than developmental age for assessing temperament in toddlers with Down's syndrome.

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    Area of Science:

    • Developmental Psychology
    • Pediatrics
    • Genetics

    Background:

    • Temperament is a crucial aspect of early childhood development.
    • Understanding temperament in children with Down's syndrome is vital for tailored interventions.
    • Previous research has not consistently examined temperament based on chronological age.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the temperament profiles of infants and toddlers with Down's syndrome to a non-handicapped control group.
    • To investigate the relevance of chronological versus developmental age in assessing temperament for this population.
    • To highlight the importance of behavioral diversity in intervention strategies.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative study design.
    • Inclusion of infants and toddlers diagnosed with Down's syndrome.
    • Inclusion of an age-matched, non-handicapped reference group.
    • Assessment of temperament characteristics.

    Main Results:

    • Temperament profiles of children with Down's syndrome were largely similar to the non-handicapped group.
    • No significant differences in key temperament characteristics were found between the groups.
    • Chronological age emerged as a more pertinent factor for temperament assessment.

    Conclusions:

    • Temperament in children with Down's syndrome aligns with general developmental patterns.
    • Chronological age should be prioritized over developmental age when evaluating temperament.
    • Recognizing diverse behavioral styles is essential for effective evaluation and intervention planning for toddlers with Down's syndrome.