Biocriminology Today

4. The most common chromosomal abnormality, also known as the Klinefelter Syndrome.
5. The hypothalamus–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis regulates the release of what hormone?
6. The development of which region of the brain is thought to be influenced by cavum septum pellucidum?
7. The name of the doctor who led the first investigation into the relationship between chromosomal makeup and antisocial behavior.
11. Low levels of which neurotransmitter are the “best-replicated correlate” of aggressive behavior?
12. Which hemisphere of the brain is responsible for automatic processes (ex: breathing and heart rate)?
13. Sensation seeking and __________ are two potential explanations for the relationship between low physiological arousal and antisocial behavior.
15. Higher levels of what hormone at age 16 are predictive of criminal behavior in adulthood?
17. The name of the brain structure responsible for processing emotions.

1. The name of the doctor who published the most cited study supporting genetic influences of crime.
2. The occupation of the lead objector to the canceled “Genetic Factors in Crime: Findings, Uses and Implications” conference.
3. The region of the brain that is last to develop.
8. The name of the broadly accepted criminological theory proposed by Gottfredson and Hirschi (1990) [two words].
9. The name of the syndrome diagnosed in females with only one X chromosome.
10. The number of years a Norplant contraceptive device can suppress ovulation.
14. The name of the biochemist who helped originate implant contraceptives.
16. A “bulk” of genetic crime studies have been conducted in what European region?