Biological Factor's Contribution to Criminal Behaviour
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To what degree do biological factors predict or contribute to criminal behavior?
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A discussion regarding the degree to which biological factors play a role in the prediction or contribution to criminal behavior including genotypes and serotonin levels. It talks about correlations between some biological factors and criminal behavior such as genotypes correlating with a tendency toward violent or anti-social behavior and the correlation between having lower levels of serotonin and children having conduct issues, personality disorders and criminal behavior. The explanation is given in 136 words with 1 reference.
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Question: To what degree do biological factors predict or contribute to criminal behavior?
Solution: There does seem to be a correlation between some biological factors and criminal behavior. For example, in some individuals there is a genotype that correlates with a tendency toward violent or anti-social behavior however; this gene can remain dormant ...
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