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Externalizing problems

Externalizing problems are problem behaviors that begin during childhood and encompass acting-out behaviors such as Aggression and delinquent behavior.

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Externalizing problems refer to problem behaviors that begin during childhood and encompass acting-out behaviors such as aggression and delinquent behavior.

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