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    Future research should explore boredom's role in adolescent disruptive behaviors. Understanding the context and mental states preceding these actions is crucial for psychopathology studies.

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  • Current research models may be incomplete without considering the role of boredom.

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    • Future psychopathology research should prioritize the investigation of boredom.
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