An Adolescent Diagnosed with a Conduct Disorder Stole and Wrecked

question 9

Multiple Choice

An adolescent diagnosed with a conduct disorder stole and wrecked a neighbor's motorcycle.Afterward,the adolescent was confronted about the behavior but expressed no remorse.Which variation in the central nervous system best explains the adolescent's reaction?

• A) Serotonin dysregulation and increased testosterone activity impair one's capacity for remorse.
• B) Increased neuron destruction in the hippocampus results in decreased abilities to conform to social rules.
• C) Reduced gray matter in the cortex and dysfunction of the amygdala results in decreased feelings of empathy.
• D) Disturbances in the occipital lobe reduce sensations that help an individual clearly visualize the consequences of behavior.

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