In a Longitudinal Study Some 4-Year-Olds Were Identified as Being

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The Answer is Those who had been aggressive 4-year-old children 1) continued to have conflicts with their parents and friends. They were 2) more likely to quit school and 3) leave jobs before age 25; 4) half had been arrested at least once, usually for minor offenses. Yet, unexpectedly, these aggressive young adults 5) had as many friends as their average peers did. They wanted more education than they already had, and they rated themselves as quite conscientious. As emerging adults, 6) most seemed to be developing well and were 7) controlling their aggression.
As for the emerging adults who had been overly shy as children, they were 1) "cautious, reserved adults," 2) slower than average to secure a job, 3) choose a career, and 4) find a mate. However, they were 5) no more anxious or depressed than others of their cohort and 6) their self-esteem was good. 7) Most had many friends, whom they saw often. For most, the shyness that was a handicap in childhood had become an asset.

In a Longitudinal Study Some 4-Year-Olds Were Identified as Being

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