Some children who are rejected tend to be disruptive and aggressive; others tend to be socially withdrawn. Which of the following statements is more characteristic of the aggressive/disruptive children than the socially withdrawn group?

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Children who are aggressive and disruptive tend to have hostile attribution bias, meaning that they interpret other people's actions as being intentionally hostile towards them. This can lead to further aggressive behavior in response. In contrast, socially withdrawn children may be more likely to experience difficulty dealing with stress, but they do not necessarily exhibit hostile attribution bias. Choices A, B, and D are not as strongly associated with aggressive/disruptive behavior.

Some Children Who Are Rejected Tend to Be Disruptive and Aggressive;