People who present negative affectivity are characterised by feelings of fear, anxiety, distress and other negative emotions. This is usually related to low self-esteem and insecurity.
Several studies show that high degrees and prolonged presentation of this trait might result in common mental disorders, such as depression or bipolar disorder.
Rothbart and Bates' temperament classification category of negative affectivity includes these.
Explanation:
Temperament refers to an individual's natural and personal characteristics regarding his/her behavior, it is what affects it.
There are 3 categories in <em>Rothbart and Bates' classification: </em>
Effortful control
Extraversion
Negative affectivity
Negative affectivity is characterized by general feelings of <em>sadness, frustration, fear, discomfort</em>, etc. Children in this category tend to be difficult to calm down since they tend to be <em>easily distressed and generally cry. </em>
