Hyperthymic temperament

Hyperthymic temperament is characterized by a personality style or set of personality traits that include


 * increased energy and productivity
 * short sleep patterns
 * vivid, active, extroverted
 * self assured/self confident
 * strong willed
 * extremely conversational
 * risk taking/sensation seeking
 * breaking social norms
 * strong libido
 * generous and spendthrift
 * emotion-sensing
 * cheerful and jovial
 * unusual warmth
 * expansive
 * robust and tireless
 * irrepressible, infectious quality

Individuals with hyperthymic temperament are often seen as strong, energetic, productive, well-respected, and are very often the leaders of the social network; the alpha. By definition, hyperthymic temperament does not have significant elements of dysfunction in mental, interpersonal, business, or social situations, and is in fact, often a benefit (p. 12).

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) for the hyperthymic tempered personality is often ENTJ.

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