In a Study Examining the Genetic Influences on Antisocial Personality

question 567

Multiple Choice

In a study examining the genetic influences on antisocial personality disorder,researchers found that,as compared with the brain of nonmurderers of the same age and sex,the brain of murderers showed reduced activity in the ________,a brain area that helps with impulse control.

• A) pineal gland
• B) reticular formation
• C) frontal lobe
• D) medulla

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