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Jerome Kagan

February 25, 1929 – May 10, 2021

Jerome Kagan was a pivotal figure in developmental psychology, delving into the stability of temperament and the nature of emotion. His extensive research with infants and adolescents demonstrated how certain behaviors in infancy can be predictive of later behavioral patterns throughout development. Kagan's work offered profound insights into the human psyche, highlighting the enduring influence of early predispositions on emotional expression and behavior.