Temperament (also known as Temperaments): Predisposition to react to one's environment in a certain way; usually refers to mood changes.

NIH MeSH · D013694Psychiatry and Psychology

Temperament

Also known asTemperaments

Definition

Predisposition to react to one's environment in a certain way; usually refers to mood changes.

MeSH classification

  • F01.752.898

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Common questions about Temperament

What does Temperament mean in medicine?
Predisposition to react to one's environment in a certain way; usually refers to mood changes. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Temperament known by any other names?
Yes. Temperament is also referred to as Temperaments in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Temperament sit in the medical classification?
Temperament falls under the broader medical category "Psychiatry and Psychology" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: F01.752.898). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
Where can I get a plain-language explanation of Temperament?
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D013694) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗