what does it mean to be anti social
Anti-social behaviour Anti-social behaviours are actions that harm or lack consideration for the well-being of others.[1] It has also been defined as any type of conduct that violates the basic rights of another person[2] and any behaviour that is considered to be disruptive to others in society.[3] This can be carried out in various ways, which includes but is not limited to intentional aggression, as well as covert and overt hostility.[3] Anti-social behaviour also develops through social interaction within the family and community. It continuously affects a child's temperament, cognitive ability and their involvement with negative peers, dramatically affecting children's problem solving skills.[4] Many people also label behaviour which is deemed contrary to prevailing norms for social conduct as anti-social behaviour.[5] However, researchers have stated that it is a difficult term to define, particularly in the United Kingdom where there are an infinite number of acts that fall into its category.[6] The term is especially used in British English.[7]