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Use of the temperament and character inventory (TCI) for assessment of personality in chronic fatigue syndrome
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Abstract
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| BACKGROUND: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is characterized by severe and prolonged fatigue, along with a set of nonspecific symptoms and signs, such as sore throat, muscle pain, headaches, and difficulties with concentration or memory. OBJECTIVE: The study examined whether CFS is associated with specific dimensions of Cloningers psychobiological model of personality. METHOD: Personality profiles were compared between 38 CFS patients and 42 control subjects by means of the Temperament and Character Inventory (TCI). RESULTS: The CFS group showed significantly higher scores on Harm-Avoidance and Persistence. CONCLUSION: The current study shows a significant association between specific personality characteristics and CFS. These personality traits may be implicated in the onset and/or perpetuation of CFS and may be a productive focus for psychotherapy. |
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Language
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English
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Source (journal)
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Psychosomatics. - Washington, D.C.
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Publication
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Washington, D.C.
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2009
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ISSN
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0033-3182
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DOI
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10.1176/APPI.PSY.50.2.147
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50
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(2009)
, p. 147-154
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ISI
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000265270400007
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Full text (Publisher's DOI)
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Full text (publisher's version - intranet only)
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