Psychology

A multi-factoral approach to undertanding anti-social and aggressive behaviour in children.

Reviewing and summarising a selection of articles covering neuropsychological, neurological and brain imaging studies. Reporting the finds as they relate to antisocial behaviour through a childs development.

that a low resting heart rate is a good indicator of individuals who will seek excitement to raise his arousal level, creating a fearless temperament.

impulsive individuals, who are likely to be antisocial and aggressive.

• Birth complications
• Poor parenting
• Physical abuse
• Malnutrition
• Smoking and Drinking during pregnancy

Biological deficits predispose to anti-social and aggressive behaviour in children and adults.