Antisocial students (e.g., aggressive, drug-using) tend to be popular in middle school.

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Research studies have shown that in middle school, antisocial students who exhibit aggression, bullying behavior, and drug use tend to be more popular among their peers. They may be viewed as cool, tough, or rebellious and may have a larger social network compared to their non-antisocial peers. However, this trend tends to decrease as students move into high school, where prosocial behaviors, such as kindness and helpfulness, become more valued.

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