Should I mention this in job interviews?

I am preparing to reenter the job market and I want some opinions on whether to mention something in an interview, if the appropriate question is asked. When I started my current job I took it too seriously and did not have any time in the day to regroup alone. The end result was that I was rather annoying to be around the first couple of months. I quickly worked on the issues and made myself easier to work with but there was a tricky phase there that I'm not proud of.

Pros for mentioning:
Shows self-awareness and willingness to change for the best interests of the company
Avoids any presumed misleading of others in case references allude to this

Cons:
Looks like I was being rather immature, company may wonder if it would happen again. I'd have to present it in such a way that I remove all doubt that I have passed this hiccup in my workforce behavior.

Should I or should I not mention this? I am concerned it may come up with references. I don't anticipate a repeat performance, though.

Don't mention it, it makes you look like a schmuck. Admitting to shortcomings in the hope that the other person will see it as self awareness is hubris, and it is certain to fail.

References today are totally neutral for fear of lawsuits. "John Doe worked here from 2008 to 2011. He left for another position on good terms" THE END.

Don't mention what happened, but do state the pros you listed here as skills you have

Don't mention it in job interviews. The interviewers probably would just see this as a major weakness and are looking to find any reason to disqualify you. If you did mention it as a weakness (if you were asked what is a weakness of your's), you probably would have to make sure you talked about this issue in a manner that wouldn't disqualify you.

Depends on how specific you can be. Right now it sounds like a cliche. Did bad, fixed it.

If you can say how you improved your scheduling to create regroup time, or how you adapted, then it would be worthwhile. Like you were giving good advice to someone about a coping mechanism

It depends on how much of a rapport you can build up with the interviewer. If you get the interviewer engaged, then it seems like something that can be mentioned in order to make you more real. But if they're keeping you at arms length, then don't.

I would not mention it, and as you say it was only for a short period and you worked through it. Everyone has an adjustment period at a new job, and perhaps you are feeling a little sensitive about yours. The only information generally given is dates worked, pay scale, and attendance. Even the employer seeking references limits questions because they also are aware of the limited information that can be given due to lawsuits.

The job market is so competitive don't open a can of worms needlessly. Employers are looking to add to their team, not take on a potential problem. Focus on your positive assets and how you will benefit their business if they hire you. They want to improve their company, tell them how you can help them do that.

Good luck and I wish you successful job hunting!

You can mention it intelligently.