What do you think Eddie's temperament might be? We are told he is sensitive and introverted. Think of at least two other qualities or tendencies that Eddie might have come into the world with and briefly explain why you chose them.

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Eddie was born into a lower-middle income family. They lived in a small house and had just enough money to meet their needs for food and clothing. Eddie's dad worked in construction when he could find employment. His mother was an administrative assistant in a dentist's office. His mom watched TV in the evenings while Dad played games on the computer.

Mom was always worried about something and had frequent headaches. She was sometimes affectionate with Eddie and sometimes distant. The father expressed only one emotion and that was anger, but he did not take his anger out on others. As Eddie grew, his dad taught him the basics of baseball with a sponge ball and bat, but otherwise the care giving was left to Mom and the daycare worker.

Eddie's father loved him but was disappointed that his son was sensitive and a bit introverted. As an infant Eddie startled easily and was fearful of strange faces. To prepare Eddie for adulthood, his father often reminded him that big boys don't cry.

Mom and Dad were often at odds with each other but instead of resolving their disagreements, they gave each other the silent treatment. When Eddie was three, his mother brought home baby Jenna. Eddie watched his mom constantly fuss over her baby girl.