1 / 2Manual for the Temperament and Atypical Behavior Scale (TABS)
The Manual for the Temperament and Atypical Behavior Scale (TABS) guides professionals through administration, scoring, and interpretation of the TABS screening and assessment tool. Its described material includes reliability and validity data, case examples, cultural and language adaptations, and research-based behavioral interventions.
At a glance
- Explains TABS administration, scoring, and interpretation.
- Describes reliability and validity information, including norms, standard deviations, and cutoff scores for typical and atypical samples.
- Includes case examples, cultural and language adaptations, and research-based behavioral intervention guidance.
- The related TABS assessment is described for children ages 11 to 71 months and uses that age span for screening and assessment.
Reference price: $50.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- Combines practical instructions with examples for professionals applying TABS in their programs.
- Covers both measurement information and possible uses such as program planning and monitoring child progress.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Brookes Publishing |
|---|---|
| Publication date | July 31, 1999 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 128 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1557664226 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1557664228 |
| Listed dimensions | 7 x 0.5 x 10.25 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 10.4 ounces |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Professionals seeking guidance for using the TABS screening and assessment system.
- Readers interested in early childhood temperament, self-regulation, and developmental assessment.
Less suited to
- People seeking the TABS assessment tool itself rather than its manual.

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Frequently asked questions
What does this manual cover?
The listing describes guidance on TABS administration, scoring, and interpretation, along with reliability and validity data, case examples, adaptations, and behavioral intervention guidance.
What ages is the associated TABS tool intended for?
The listing says the TABS system is for use with children ages 11 to 71 months. That age range describes the associated tool, not an age limit for readers of this manual.
Does the manual include the TABS assessment materials?
The listing describes this as a manual used with TABS, but does not specify that the assessment tool or its materials are included in this item.
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