The tendency for some individuals to perceive others as trying to hurt them and to strike out in retaliation or self-defense is

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The described tendency is known as the hostile attribution bias, which is the tendency to interpret ambiguous behaviors of others as intentionally harmful, leading to aggressive or defensive responses. This bias is commonly observed in middle childhood and can have negative consequences for social interactions and relationships.

The Tendency for Some Individuals to Perceive Others as Trying