In Crimewarps (Bennett, 1987), There Were a Number of Interesting

question 79

Essay

In Crimewarps (Bennett, 1987), there were a number of interesting predictions regarding the future of crime. Describe four of those predictions.

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Definitions:

Agonist

A chemical or drug that binds to receptors in the brain and causes a response, often mimicking the action of naturally occurring substances.

Attention

The cognitive process of selectively concentrating on one aspect of the environment while ignoring other things.

Dopamine Pathways

Neural pathways in the brain that transmit dopamine, a neurotransmitter involved in reward, motivation, pleasure, and the regulation of movement and emotions.

Glutamate Pathways

Neural pathways that use glutamate as a neurotransmitter, playing a critical role in brain functions including learning and memory.