A new study from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev followed 95 boys from infancy to age seven, exploring how early temperament influences sensitivity to environmental factors. Researchers found that babies who were more energetic and responsive to their surroundings, described as having 'early surgency,' were more affected by their environment than less sensitive peers. These children were more vulnerable to negative influences but also benefited more from positive, enriched environments, challenging the notion that early traits linked to attention difficulties are solely negative. The findings suggest that sensitivity to nurture exists on a spectrum and that supportive environments can help children with early risk factors thrive.