Table 1.

Temperament and character dimensions

Dimension	High level	Low level
Temperament
Novelty seeking	Curious, impulsive, sensation seeking	Indifferent, thoughtful, modest
Harm avoidance	Worried, pessimistic, frightened, shy	Relaxed, optimistic, fearless, confident, talkative
Reward dependence	Sensitive, warm, dependent	Cold, secluded, independent
Persistence	Hard-working, ambitious, perfectionist	Inactive, lethargic, pragmatic
Character
Self-directedness	Mature, effective, responsible, determined, high self-acceptance	Immature, unreliable, indecisive, low self-acceptance
Cooperativeness	Social tolerant, empathic, helpful	Social intolerant, critical, cold, not helpful, destructive
Self-transcendence	Experienced, patient, creative, self-forgetting, connected to the universe, spiritual	Uncomprehending, proud, unimaginative, lack of humility