Citation

Hunt JR. J. Abnorm. Soc. Psychol. 1928; 23(2): 176-181.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1928, American Psychological Association)

DOI

10.1037/h0072034

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Excitation and inhibition play a fundamental rôle in determining the activities and behavior of the individual. The erethitic temperament is a mobile one, characterized by great activity of mind and body (excitation). The kolytic temperament is more calm and controlled, with a tendency to passivity of mind and body (inhibition). (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved)