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Type A behavior in normal and hyperactive children: multisource evidence of overlapping constructs.

C K Whalen, B Henker

Child Development

|June 1, 1986

Summary

This study identified behaviors linked to the Type A Behavior Pattern (TABP) in children and found significant overlap between TABP and hyperactivity, particularly the impatience-aggression component.

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Area of Science:

Child Psychology
Behavioral Science
Health Psychology

Background:

The Type A Behavior Pattern (TABP), or "coronary-prone" behavior, has been studied in adults, but its correlates in children are less understood.
Understanding childhood behavioral patterns is crucial for early identification and intervention.
Investigating the relationship between TABP and hyperactivity may reveal shared underlying mechanisms or developmental pathways.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify specific behavioral correlates of the Type A Behavior Pattern (TABP) in children.
To examine the extent of overlap between hyperactivity and TABP in a pediatric population.
To explore the heterogeneity within children exhibiting Type A characteristics.

Main Methods:

Two studies were conducted using diverse measures, including teacher ratings (MYTH scale), peer assessments, and classroom observations.

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Study 1 distinguished Type A from Type B boys using the MYTH scale and analyzed subscale correlates.

Study 2 replicated key findings with a separate group of hyperactive children.

Main Results:

The MYTH Competition subscale correlated with leadership, athleticism, and classroom task attention.
The MYTH Impatience-Aggression subscale was associated with problematic behaviors, noise, and social interactions.
Hyperactive boys scored higher on TABP, primarily due to the Impatience-Aggression subscale.

Conclusions:

The findings highlight distinct behavioral profiles associated with different facets of TABP in children.
A significant overlap exists between TABP and hyperactivity, particularly linked to impatience and aggression.
The study underscores the heterogeneity of Type A behavior in children, suggesting varied underlying causes and implications.