Neuropsychology of Criminal Behavior
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| Rating | : | 4.83 (939 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1138092126 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 168 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-10-20 |
| Language | : | English |
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He earned his PhD in Neuropsychology from Moscow State University. He has published widely in the fields of brain pathology, neuropsychological assessment, cognition, and the roles of cultural and social factors in behavior. She earned a PhD from Northwestern University in the Department of Communicative Disorders and from the National University of Mexico in Biomedicine. About the AuthorFeggy Ostrosky is a Professor of Neuropsychology as well as head of the Neuropsychology and Psychophysiology laboratory at the National Autonomous University of Mexico. . Alfredo Ardilais a Professor at Florida International University
She earned a PhD from Northwestern University in the Department of Communicative Disorders and from the National University of Mexico in Biomedicine. He has published widely in the fields of brain pathology, neuropsychological assessment, cognition, and the roles of cultural and social factors in behavior. He earned his PhD in Neuropsychology from Moscow State University. Alfredo Ardila
Issues of free will and the law are discussed as well as suggestions for curbing violent behavior.. It explores the biological bases of emotions such as aggression, anger, and hostility and how they-- combined with social psychological influences, such as family history and environmental conditions-- may lead to violence. This book draws on findings from psychology, neurology, and genetics, to offer a multi-dimensional analysis of criminal behavior. Specific case studies, including serial killings, mass murders, family violence, cannibalism, and hitmen, are referenced throughout, providing real-world examples of these theories in action