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My 9 yr old daughter is acting out and she says she likes to make me and her step dad mad and she likes to hurt people?

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Dr. Lisa Rankin answered

Specializes in ADHD and Autism

More info needed: If this is very recent behavior she may just be attention seeking. In children, and some adults, bad attention is better than no attention. If this has a longer history and the behavior is seen with other people there may be more serious issues. Her medical provider is a good place to start and can refer to a therapist of counselor if needed.

Answered 8/16/2013

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