When Josh was dropped off at preschool on the very first day of class, he was quite upset. He cried for a long time and would not play with the other children. This behavior continued for a few more days. Some days, Josh would throw tantrums right before his mother dropped him off, and on other days he would cry and scream after his mom left him at the preschool. According to psychiatrists Alexander Chess and Stella Thomas, what type of temperament does Josh have?
A) slow-to-warm-up
B) easy
C) difficult
D) inflexible

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Josh displays characteristics of a difficult temperament, as he has difficulty adjusting to new situations and is highly emotional and reactive. He cries and throws tantrums, indicating a negative mood, and is slow to adapt to new people and environments.

When Josh Was Dropped Off at Preschool on the Very