Raine Flashcards
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Procedure
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Meta-analysis of a selection of articles covering neuropsychological etc brain imaging studies
Relate to antisocial behaviour in children
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Findings
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Low resting heart rate- seek excitement to raise arousal levels
Adolescent brain still forming connections in pre-frontal lobe- early 20’s
Lower activity in pre frontal lobe- more aggressive
Birth complications, physical abuse, malnutrition, smoking and drinking during pregnancy
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Conclusions
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Early intervention and prevention
Reversing biological defects that predispose to aggressive behaviour
4
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Aim
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Multi function approach to understanding antisocial and aggressive behaviour in children