Originally Posted by gfmucci

I understand the difference between the seriousness of various forms of anti-social behavior - of course they are not all the same. : My point is that it is common for a lot of people, not matter how minor or egregious the offense, to act "defensive" when they are brought to task. The possibility that someone may act "defensive" is no reason NOT to point out they are doing something that is unacceptable. Avoid confronting offensive children just because they might become "defensive" and you will end up with anti-social psychopaths.