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Psychopathy : an introduction to biological findings and their implications /

The last two decades have seen tremendous growth in biological research on psychopathy, a mental disorder distinguished by traits including a lack of empathy or emotional response, egocentricity, impulsivity, and stimulation seeking. But how does a psychopath's brain work? What makes a psychopa...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autores principales: Glenn, Andrea L. (Autor), Raine, Adrian (Autor)
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New York : New York University Press, [2014]
Colección:Psychology and crime series.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Introduction
  • Genetics
  • Hormones
  • Psychophysiology
  • Neuropsychology
  • Brain imaging
  • Biosocial and environmental influences
  • Successful psychopaths
  • Ethical issues
  • Prevention, intervention, and treatment
  • Conclusion.