In a Longitudinal Study of Antisocial Behaviour by Straus and Colleagues

question 45

Multiple Choice

In a longitudinal study of antisocial behaviour by Straus and colleagues (1997) , it was found that the relationship between spanking and children's antisocial behaviour two years later was:

• A) an inverted curve.
• B) an almost linear relationship.
• C) an increasing curve that levelled off.
• D) non-existent.

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Definitions:

Unconscious Thoughts

Mental processes not immediately accessible to consciousness but that can influence judgments, feelings, or behavior.

Insanity

A legal term for individuals who are determined to be unable to understand the nature and quality of their actions due to mental illness, preventing them from being responsible for criminal acts.

Defendant's Intent

A legal concept referring to the intention behind a defendant's actions, often crucial in determining the outcome of criminal cases.

Main Problems

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