Asked by Adryana Olivera on May 28, 2024

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How do Thomas and Chess refer to a child who tends to be glum,erratic in sleep and eating,and resistant to change

A)  a slow-to-warm-up child 
B)  an easy child 
C)  an uninhibited child 
D)  a difficult child

Thomas And Chess

Researchers known for their work in the area of child temperament, identifying three basic types: easy, difficult, and slow-to-warm-up.

Erratic Sleep

Inconsistent or irregular sleep patterns that can disrupt normal sleep cycles.

Difficult Child

A term often used to describe a child who exhibits challenging behaviors such as high levels of disobedience, aggressiveness, or difficulty in being soothed or comforted.

  • Detect distinct child temperament types and grasp their importance for developmental advances.
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Breanna PursellMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Thomas and Chess refer to this type of child as a "difficult child." The child displays traits such as being glum or easily upset, irregular sleep and eating habits, and resistance to change, which can make parenting or caregiving a challenge.