10 Questions
What is a potential contributing factor to criminal behavior indicated by high levels of delinquency?
High psychoticism score
Which dimension of personality, according to Hans Eyenseck, is characterized by underactive ARAS and a seeking of external stimulation?
Extraversion
What did Hutchings and Mednick find when studying male adoptees in relation to minor/criminal offenses?
More than 80% had a biological dad with a criminal record
Which hormone is found in high levels in individuals showing a psychotic episode according to Hans Eyenseck's dimensions of personality?
Testosterone
What aspect of personality disorders can be a potential concern due to the use of self-report data in research?
Low reliability
In terms of PEN factors, higher levels of what personality trait have been found to predict a higher probability of committing a violent criminal act?
Extraversion
What do reductionist criticisms of personality disorders research often fail to consider?
Biological differences
What dimension of personality, according to Hans Eyenseck, is linked to having high activation levels and lower thresholds leading to being easily stressed and upset?
Neuroticism
According to Michael Stone, which personality disorders were found to be most common among violent offenders?
Antisocial and Paranoid
What factor is highlighted by McGovern regarding the assessment of personality to ensure individuals receive correct support?
Professional assessment
Explore the genetic factors influencing behavior through studies on MZ and DZ twins. Understand the challenges in determining if concordance is due to genetics or environment, and how genetic predispositions can manifest in behaviors like aggression.
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