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ERIC Number: EJ607672
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1999
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0033-3085
Extending Big-Five Theory into Childhood: A Preliminary Investigation into the Relationship between Big-Five Personality Traits and Behavior Problems in Children.
Ehrler, David J.; McGhee, Ron L.; Evans, J. Gary
Psychology in the Schools, v36 n6 p451-58 Nov 1999
Investigation conducted to link Big-Five personality traits with behavior problems identified in childhood. Results show distinct patterns of behavior problems associated with various personality characteristics. Preliminary data indicate that identifying Big-Five personality trait patterns may be a useful dimension of assessment for understanding underlying motives and predispositions associated with children's problem behavior. (Author/JDM)
Descriptors: Anxiety, Behavior Problems, Child Development, Children, Classroom Research, Depression (Psychology), Measures (Individuals), Personality Traits
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Five Factor Model of Personality