Marvin started by stealing toys and candy from his classmates' backpacks when he was 7 . When he was 13 he stole a car to go for a joy ride. When he was 17 he was found guilty of setting fire to the school he attended because he was angry about being given detention by the principal. Marvin is demonstrating _______________ persistent antisocial behavior

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