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Brain and Crime
1st Edition - August 24, 2023
Editors: Hanna Swaab, Gerben Meynen
Hardback ISBN:9780128213759
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eBook ISBN:9780128213766
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Brain and Crime, Volume 197 reviews the relation between brain function and aggressive and rule-breaking (criminal) behavior. The book's focus is on the violation of social… Read more
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Brain and Crime, Volume 197 reviews the relation between brain function and aggressive and rule-breaking (criminal) behavior. The book's focus is on the violation of social rules and not on violation of regulations that are different in different counties. It discusses the development of this behavior from childhood into adulthood, along with the mechanisms associated with the risk for aggression and rule-breaking behavior. In addition, it explores from a behavioral level concepts like psychopathology, syndrome and concepts from law, such as crime, defendant and offender. Finally, sections explore brain function, including emotion, cognitive processes, and decision-making.
From the perspective of brain structure, the book covers brain networks and brain disorders. In genetics, the book includes the influence of genes and the mechanisms of epigenetics. All chapters are intended to provide information for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders, and in assessment and prevention.
Discusses the development of rule-breaking (criminal) behavior from childhood into adulthood
Covers the influence of genes and the mechanisms of epigenetics
Includes the diagnosis and treatment of disorders, along with assessment and prevention
Clinical neurologists, researchers in neurology
Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Series Page
Copyright
Handbook of Clinical Neurology 3rd Series
Foreword
Preface
Reference
Contributors
Section I: Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction: On brain and crime
Abstract
Introduction and Preliminary Remarks
Developmental Perspectives on Nonadaptive Behavior
Neurolaw
Concluding Remarks
Acknowledgment
References
Section II: Structure and function
Chapter 2: Genetics and epigenetics of human aggression
Abstract
Introduction
Reviews on the Genetics of Aggression
Designs in Genetics of Aggression Studies
Studies of Human Aggression in Other Omics Domains
Discussion
Acknowledgments
References
Further reading
Chapter 3: Network localization of antisocial behavior in neurological patients: Evidence and implications
Abstract
Introduction
Evidence for Network Localization in Neurological Patients With Acquired Antisocial Behavior
Implications of Network Localization of Antisocial Behavior
Neurology and the Law: Forensic Implications
Conclusions
References
Chapter 4: Prison and the brain
Abstract
Introduction
Executive Functioning and Prefrontal Cortex
Environmental Enrichment and the Brain
Prison, an Impoverished Environment, and Its Influence on the Brain
Is It Possible to Enrich the Prison Environment?
Conclusions
References
Chapter 5: Forensically relevant challenging behaviors and the genetics domain
Abstract
Introduction
Relevant Issues in the Gene–Context Relation
Three Examples of Monogenetic Disorders With Forensically Relevant Behaviors
Treatment and Clinical Management
Concluding Remarks
References
Further reading
Chapter 6: Social-affective functioning and learning in psychopathy
Abstract
Introduction
Self- and Other-Regarding Affective Processes
Aversive Events and Associative Learning
Alternative Views
Conclusion
References
Chapter 7: Amygdala connectivity and aggression
Abstract
Introduction
Amygdala
Moral Decision-Making
Emotion Regulation
Improving Amygdala–Prefrontal Connectivity as a Treatment
Concluding Remarks and Future Directions
References
Further reading
Chapter 8: The “(a)moral brain”: When things go wrong
Abstract
Introduction
The “Moral Brain”
When Things Go Wrong
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Section III: Brain dysfunction
Chapter 9: Illicit drug use and violence
Abstract
Introduction
Method of Evidence Synthesis
Epidemiological Studies of the Relationship between Drug Use and Violence
The Biological Plausibility of Causal Relationships between Drug Use and Violence
Evidence from Human Neuroscience Studies
Overview of the Evidence
Concluding Remarks
Appendix
References
Chapter 10: Child maltreatment and victimization
Abstract
Introduction
Intergenerational Transmission of Child Maltreatment
Child Maltreatment and Victimization Outside the Family
Mechanisms Connecting Child Maltreatment and Victimization
Social Support Buffers the Impact of Child Maltreatment
Conclusion and Future Directions
Suggested Readings
References
Chapter 11: Sexual offenses and the brain
Abstract
Sexual Offences and Sexual Offenders
The Importance of Studying the Brain for Understanding Sexual Offenses
Brain Structure: Neuroimaging
Brain Function: Neuroimaging
Summary and Tentative Interpretations of the Results
Sexual Deviance and Offence Following a Neurologic Condition
The Potential Role of Neurotransmitters
Neuropsychology
Concluding Remarks
References
Chapter 12: The risk of criminal behavior in the elderly and patients with neurodegenerative disease
Abstract
Introduction
The Elderly
Alzheimer Disease
Vascular Dementia
Frontotemporal Dementia
Parkinson Disease
Huntington Disease
Discussion
References
Chapter 13: Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and the risk of crime
Abstract
Introduction
FASD Etiology and Pathology
FASD and the Brain
FASD and Behavior
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Section IV: Assessment and treatment
Chapter 14: Cognition, criminal conduct, and virtual reality: Understanding and reducing offending using simulated environments
Abstract
Virtual Reality: What Is it?
Examples of VR Applications
VR as a Tool to Understand and Reduce Antisocial Behavior
The Future of VR
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 15: Added value of neurotechnology for forensic psychiatric and psychological assessment
Abstract
Introduction
Conclusion
References
Section V: Ethics and law
Chapter 16: Neurolaw: Challenges and limits
Abstract
The Meaning of Criminal Responsibility
The Sources of Neuroexuberance
The Limits of Behavioral Neuroscience
The Radical Challenges of Neuroscience to Law
Legal Relevance
Neuroevidence in the Criminal Law Courtroom
The Case for Cautious Optimism
Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Further reading
Chapter 17: Why neuroscience changes some things but not everything for the law
Abstract
Law and Science
Neuroscience in the Justice System
The Value of Neuroscience in Achieving Justice
Developmental Neuroscience and the Law
Evaluating the Effect of Fear
Assessing Memory Evidence
A Difference of Expert Opinion
Concluding Remarks
References
Chapter 18: Neurotechnology to reduce recidivism: Ethical and legal challenges
Abstract
Introduction
Predicting and Preventing Recidivism: The Current State of Affairs
Neurotechniques for the prediction and prevention of crime
Normative Issues Regarding Employing Neurotechnology to Reduce Recidivism
Further Ethical and Legal Issues
Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Index
No. of pages: 807
Language: English
Published: August 24, 2023
Imprint: Elsevier
Hardback ISBN: 9780128213759
eBook ISBN: 9780128213766
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Hanna Swaab
Hanna Swaab is Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist, full professor in Clinical Neurodevelopmental Sciences and Director of the outpatient clinic and Center of Expertise LUBEC at Leiden University. Her research concerns neurocognitive mechanisms in neurodevelopmental disorders. She was dean of the faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Leiden University in Leiden from 2013-2019 and is responsible for the post-master certified training programs for specialists in Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology in the Netherlands.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Clinical Neurodevelopmental Sciences, Institute of Education and Child Studies & Leiden Institute for Brain and Cognition LIBC & Leiden Institute for treatment and Expertise LUBEC, Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
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Gerben Meynen
Gerben Meynen, psychiatrist, received a PhD in Philosophy as well as in Medicine. He is professor of Forensic Psychiatry, Utrecht University, and professor of Ethics, in particular bioethics, VU University Amsterdam. His research interests include neurolaw and legal insanity. He is principal investigator of the project Law and Ethics of Neurotechnology in Criminal Justice of the research programme Vici (project number VI.C.201.067) which is financed by the Dutch Research Council (NWO).
Affiliations and expertise
Willem Pompe Institute for Criminal Law and Criminology, School of Law, Utrecht University, the Netherlands; Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Humanities, VU University Amsterdam, the Netherlands