Ahlam is 10 years old and has serious emotional and behaviour problems that require counselling. Based on research conducted by Thomas and Chess, what type of temperament would Alham have been most likely to display in infancy?

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According to Thomas and Chess, infants with a difficult temperament are more likely to show intense reactions, negative moods and adapt slowly to new situations. These traits may persist into childhood and adulthood contributing to emotional and behavioural problems. Therefore, it is likely that Ahlam would have displayed a difficult temperament in infancy.

Ahlam Is 10 Years Old and Has Serious Emotional and Behaviour