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Criminology: The Case of Charles Whitman

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Criminology: The Case of Charles Whitman

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How might brain damage affect our behavior?

It can lead to changes in personality, decision-making, and aggression.

How might brain damage affect the way we think?

It may impair judgment and processing abilities.

How might our brain affect our experience of emotion?

It regulates emotional responses and processing of feelings.

Why are men more aggressive than women?

Higher levels of testosterone are linked to increased aggression. Signup and view all the answers

How can culture affect testosterone levels?

Cultural norms and values can influence hormonal expression. Signup and view all the answers

Are people born violent?

There are genetic factors but environment plays a significant role. Signup and view all the answers

Neurotransmission can impact violent crime.

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Mindfulness has no effect on emotion.

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Introduction

In August 1966, Charles Whitman killed his mother and then drove to the University of Texas where he killed 14 people, injuring a further 31.
He left behind a letter describing how 'unusual and irrational thoughts' had been plaguing him, and how he feared he would be unable to control himself.
Whitman's actions illustrate the link between brain dysfunction and criminal behaviour.
Whitman was a young, seemingly intelligent and well-adjusted man, yet his brain chemistry was abnormal, and this resulted in violent actions
The study of human behaviour and how it impacts our experience of the world is known as criminology.

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This quiz explores the tragic case of Charles Whitman, who committed a notorious mass shooting in 1966. Delving into his background and the link between brain dysfunction and criminal behavior, it highlights the complexities of human behavior in criminology. Test your knowledge on this impactful event and its implications in the study of crime.