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Thomas, Alexander; Chess, Stella – American Journal of Psychiatry, 1984
Based on research which has followed the behavioral development of 133 subjects from infancy to early adulthood, discusses incidence of behavior disorders, defines the concept of temperament, and briefly discusses findings. Remarks on the usefulness of the "goodness of fit" concept for tracing developmental sequences. (GC)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Antisocial Behavior, Behavior Problems, Behavior Theories