Longitudinal research reveals that _____ children are the ones most likely to retain their sociometric status over time.

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Longitudinal research has consistently shown that aggressive-rejected children are the ones most likely to maintain their sociometric status over time. This means that they are consistently disliked and rejected by peers throughout their school years, leading to ongoing difficulties with social relationships and potentially negative outcomes in other areas of life as well. Neglected children may also struggle with peer relationships, but they are less likely to have consistently negative experiences over time. Withdrawn-rejected children may improve their status with intervention, and controversial children have mixed positive and negative relationships with peers.

Longitudinal Research Reveals That _____ Children Are the Ones Most