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Akiskal Temperament Scale

1,711 Shared Subjects

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Clinical Assessments
Temperament
10/26/2016
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Definition
Submission Template
Query Element Name Data Type Size Required Description Value Range Notes Aliases
subjectkey GUID Required The NDAR Global Unique Identifier (GUID) for research subject NDAR*
src_subject_id String 20 Required Subject ID how it's defined in lab/project
interview_date Date Required Date on which the interview/genetic test/sampling/imaging/biospecimen was completed. MM/DD/YYYY
interview_age Integer Required Age in months at the time of the interview/test/sampling/imaging. 0::1440 Age is rounded to chronological month. If the research participant is 15-days-old at time of interview, the appropriate value would be 0 months. If the participant is 16-days-old, the value would be 1 month.
sex String 20 Required Sex of subject at birth M;F; O; NR M = Male; F = Female; O=Other; NR = Not reported gender
Query ak001 Integer Recommended I'm a sad, unhappy person.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak002 Integer Recommended People tell me I am unable to see the lighter side of things.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak003 Integer Recommended I have suffered a lot in life.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak004 Integer Recommended I think things often turn out for the worst.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query basc_s65 Integer Recommended I give up easily
0;1; 999
0=False; 1=True; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing ak005
Query ak006 Integer Recommended For as long as I can remember, I've felt like a failure.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak007 Integer Recommended I have always blamed myself for what others might consider no big deal.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak008 Integer Recommended I don't seem to have as much energy as other people.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak009 Integer Recommended I'm the kind of person who doesn't like change very much.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak010 Integer Recommended In a group, I would rather hear others talk.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak011 Integer Recommended I often give into others.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak012 Integer Recommended I feel very uneasy meeting new people.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak013 Integer Recommended My feelings are easily hurt by criticism or rejection.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak014 Integer Recommended I am the kind of person you can always depend on.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak015 Integer Recommended I put the needs of others above my own.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query tci62 Integer Recommended I am more hard-working than most people
0;1; 999
0=False; 1=True; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing ak016
Query ak017 Integer Recommended I would rather work for someone else then be the boss.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak018 Integer Recommended It is natural for me to be neat and organized.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak019 Integer Recommended I'm the kind of person who doubts everything.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak020 Integer Recommended My sex drive has always been low.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak021 Integer Recommended I normally need more than 9 hours of sleep.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak022 Integer Recommended I often feel tired for no reason.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak023 Integer Recommended I get sudden shifts in mood and energy.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak024 Integer Recommended My moods and energy are either high or low, rarely in between.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak025 Integer Recommended My ability to think varies greatly from sharp to dull for no apparent reason.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak026 Integer Recommended I can really like someone a lot, and then completely lose interest in them.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak027 Integer Recommended I often blow up at people and then feel guilty about it.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak028 Integer Recommended I often start things and then lose interest before finishing them.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak029 Integer Recommended My mood often changes for no reason.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak030 Integer Recommended I consistently switch between being lively and sluggish.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak031 Integer Recommended I sometimes go to bed feeling down, but wake up in the morning feeling terrific.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak032 Integer Recommended I sometimes go to bed feeling great, and wake up in the morning feeling life is not worth living.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak033 Integer Recommended I am told that I often get pessimistic about things, and forget previous happy times.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak034 Integer Recommended I go back and forth between feeling overconfident and feeling unsure of myself.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak035 Integer Recommended I go back and forth between being outgoing and being withdrawn from others.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak036 Integer Recommended I feel all emotions intensely.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak037 Integer Recommended My need for sleep varies a lot from just a few hours to more than 9 hours.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak038 Integer Recommended The way I see things is sometimes vivid, but at other times lifeless.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak039 Integer Recommended I am the kind of person who can be sad and happy at the same time.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak040 Integer Recommended I daydream a great deal about things that other people consider impossible to achieve.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak041 Integer Recommended I often have a strong urge to do outrageous things.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak042 Integer Recommended I am the kind of person who falls in and out of love easily.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak043 Integer Recommended I am usually in an upbeat or cheerful mood.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak044 Integer Recommended Life is a feast which I enjoy to the fullest.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak045 Integer Recommended I like telling jokes, people tell me I'm humorous.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak046 Integer Recommended I'm the kind of person who believes everything will eventually turn out all right.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak047 Integer Recommended I have great confidence in myself.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak048 Integer Recommended I often get many great ideas.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak049 Integer Recommended I am always on the go.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak050 Integer Recommended I can accomplish many tasks without even getting tired.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak051 Integer Recommended I have a gift for speech, convincing and inspiring to others.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak052 Integer Recommended I love to tackle new projects, even If risky.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak053 Integer Recommended Once I decide to accomplish something, nothing can stop me.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak054 Integer Recommended I am totally comfortable even with people I hardly know.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak055 Integer Recommended I love to be with a lot of people.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak056 Integer Recommended People tell me that I often get my nose into others' business.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak057 Integer Recommended I am generous, and spend a lot of money on other people.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak058 Integer Recommended I have abilities and expertise in many areas.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak059 Integer Recommended I feel I have the right and privilege to do as I please.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak060 Integer Recommended I am the kind of person who likes to be the boss.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak061 Integer Recommended When I disagree with someone, I can get into a heated argument.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak062 Integer Recommended My sex drive is always high.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak063 Integer Recommended Normally I can get by with less than 6 hours of sleep.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak064 Integer Recommended I am a grouchy (irritable) person.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing, not answered
Query ak065 Integer Recommended I am by nature a dissatisfied person.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query pdq77 Integer Recommended I complain a lot about my hardships.
0;1;-7; 999
0=False; 1=True; -7=Refused; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing ak066
Query pdq70 Integer Recommended I am critical of others.
0;1;-7; 999
0=False; 1=True; -7=Refused; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing ak067
Query ak068 Integer Recommended I often feel on edge.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak069 Integer Recommended I often feel wound up.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak070 Integer Recommended I am driven by an unpleasant restlessness that I don't understand.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak071 Integer Recommended I often get so mad that I will just trash everything.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak072 Integer Recommended When crossed, I could get into a fight.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak073 Integer Recommended People tell me I blow up out of nowhere.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak074 Integer Recommended When angry, I snap at people.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak075 Integer Recommended I like to tease people, even those I hardly know.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak076 Integer Recommended My biting humor has gotten me into trouble.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak077 Integer Recommended I can get so furious I could hurt someone.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak078 Integer Recommended I am so jealous of my spouse (or lover), that I cannot stand it.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak079 Integer Recommended I am known to swear a lot.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak080 Integer Recommended I have been told that I become violent with just a few drinks.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak081 Integer Recommended I am a very skeptical person.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak082 Integer Recommended I could be a revolutionary.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak083 Integer Recommended My sex drive is often so intense that it is truly unpleasant.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak084 Integer Recommended (Women only): I have attacks of uncontrollable rage right before my periods.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak085 Integer Recommended I have been a worrier for as long as I can remember.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak086 Integer Recommended I'm always worrying bout one thing or another.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak087 Integer Recommended I keep on worrying about daily matters that others consider minor.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak088 Integer Recommended I cannot help worrying.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak089 Integer Recommended Many people have told me not to worry so much.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak090 Integer Recommended When stressed, my mind often goes blank.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak091 Integer Recommended I am unable to relax.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak092 Integer Recommended I often feel jittery inside.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak093 Integer Recommended When stressed, my hands often tremble.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak094 Integer Recommended I often have an upset stomach.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak095 Integer Recommended When I'm nervous, I may have diarrhea.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak096 Integer Recommended When I'm nervous, I often feel nauseous.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak097 Integer Recommended When I'm nervous, I have to go to the bathroom more often.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak098 Integer Recommended When someone is late coming home, I fear they may have had an accident.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak099 Integer Recommended I am often fearful of someone in my family coming down with a serious disease.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak100 Integer Recommended I'm always thinking someone might break bad news to me about a family member.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak101 Integer Recommended My sleep is not restful.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak102 Integer Recommended I frequently have difficulty falling asleep.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak103 Integer Recommended I am, by nature, a very cautious person.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak104 Integer Recommended I often wake up at night afraid that burglars are in the house.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak105 Integer Recommended I easily get headaches when stressed.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak106 Integer Recommended When stressed, I get an uncomfortable feeling in my chest.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak107 Integer Recommended I'm an insecure person.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak108 Integer Recommended Even minor changes in routine stress me highly.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak109 Integer Recommended While driving, even when I haven't done anything wrong, I fear that police may stop me.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak110 Integer Recommended Sudden noises startle me easily.
0;1;999
1 = True; 0 = False; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
Query ak_overall Integer Recommended Select the one item that describes you the best, overall for most of your life. 1::6; 999 1 = I am nearly always sad; 2 = I am a totally energetic and cheerful person; 3 = I have a lot of emotional highs and lows; 4 = I am easily irritated, small things set me off; 5 = I am nearly always worried; 6 =I am an even tempered person; 999 = N/A, Not Ascertainable, or missing
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