Which child raised under difficult conditions is most likely to have a successful adult life?
A) Oscar experienced a series of tragedies; his mother died, then his family lost all their money within a few years.
B) Petronella's parents are alcoholics, but Petronella is a mellow, optimistic child who spends her days with a loving grandmother.
C) Quincy's parents give all their attention to their eldest daughter, so they have very little time for Quincy.
D) Rhonda doesn't handle stress well and she gets very upset with change. Now that she is in fourth grade, Rhonda, has attended a total of eight schools.

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Despite having alcoholic parents, Petronella has a stable and loving presence in her life with her grandmother, which can provide protective factors that may lead to a successful adult life. Oscar has experienced a series of tragedies, which can lead to significant trauma and decreased resilience, Quincy struggles with lack of attention and Rhonda may struggle with emotional regulation and instability due to constant change.

Which Child Raised Under Difficult Conditions Is Most Likely to Have