Raine Flashcards
what did raine research?
To understand the development of anti-social behaviour in children
what was the aim of this study?
to make a multi-factor approach to understand anti-social + aggressive behaviour in children
how did raine carry this out ?
a meta analysis of previous articles covering neuropsychology , neurological and brain-imaging studies
what was one finding related to heart rate?
a low rhr is a good predictor of an individual who will seek excitement to raise their arousal level, creating a fearless temperament
what is a finding related to the brain?
the adolescent brain is still forming its final connections in the pre-frontal lobe right up until early twenties
activity in the pre-frontal lobes of impulsive individuals , who are more likely to be antisocial or aggressive is low.
what is a finding relating to parenting?
birth complications and poor parenting with physical abuse and malnutrition , smoking and drinking during pregnancy adds to the risk.
what is a conclusion of this study?
that early intervention and prevention, maybe an effective way of reversing biological defects that contribute to anti-social and aggressive behaviour