Biological key question

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  • What is the key question regarding aggression mentioned in the study material?
    The implications for society caused by nature
  • What does the study material suggest about the causes of aggression?
    It suggests aggression may be a product of nature
  • How does the legal system view offenders of aggression according to the study material?
    It considers aggression as a result of nature
  • What forms of law are mentioned in relation to aggression?
    Assault and bodily harm laws
  • What is the implication of the legal system's decision on offenders of aggression?
    It can affect their recovery from aggression
  • How many adults were victims of male violence in the year ending March 2024?
    21 adults
  • According to the Office for National Statistics, who are the most likely perpetrators of violent crime?
    Most likely to be male perpetrators
  • Why is understanding aggression important to society?
    It helps address biological influences on behavior
  • What could be a consequence of viewing aggression as a biological issue?
    It may lead to reduced accountability for offenders
  • What is one biological factor mentioned that could influence aggression?
    Brain structure and functioning
  • How does the study material describe the role of testosterone in aggression?
    It is higher in males and linked to aggression
  • What question does the study material raise about testosterone and aggression?
    Does high testosterone cause aggression or vice versa?
  • What implication does the study material suggest regarding treatment for aggression?
    It emphasizes treatment over punishment
  • What is the biological explanation for aggression mentioned in the study material?
    Aggression is rooted in nature
  • What does the study material suggest about the relationship between aggression and free will?
    It downplays the role of free will in aggression
  • How might the legal system be affected by biological explanations of aggression?
    It may shift sentencing based on biology
  • What is the significance of the amygdala in relation to aggression?
    It can lead to impulsivity and aggression
  • What does the study material suggest about the impact of aggression on society?
    It raises questions about accountability and treatment
  • How does the study material describe the relationship between aggression and hormones?
    Testosterone is linked to aggressive behavior
  • What does the study material imply about the treatment of aggression through medication?
    Drugs can control testosterone levels
  • What is a limitation of the testosterone aggression theory mentioned in the study material?
    It does not explain cause and effect clearly
  • What is one factor that may predispose individuals to aggression according to the study material?
    Brain abnormalities
  • How does the study material suggest aggression can be expressed?
    Through physical acts and behaviors
  • What does the study material suggest about the relationship between aggression and emotional factors?
    Emotional factors can influence aggressive behavior
  • What does the study material imply about the role of the superego in aggression?
    It may influence how aggression is expressed
  • What is the biological basis for aggression mentioned in the study material?
    Aggression is influenced by genetic factors
  • How does the study material describe the impact of aggression on offenders?
    It may affect their sentencing and treatment
  • What does the study material suggest about the deterministic view of aggression?
    It raises questions about free will and responsibility
  • What is the implication of aggression being viewed as a biological issue?
    It may lead to different legal interpretations
  • What is one potential outcome of viewing aggression as biologically determined?
    Shifts in legal accountability for offenders
  • How does the study material suggest aggression can be treated?
    Through understanding biological influences
  • What does the study material imply about the relationship between aggression and societal norms?
    Societal norms may influence perceptions of aggression
  • What does the study material suggest about the role of genetics in aggression?
    Genetics may predispose individuals to aggressive behavior
  • What is one of the biological theories of aggression mentioned?
    Testosterone as a theory of aggression
  • How does the study material describe the impact of aggression on victims?
    It can lead to long-term psychological effects
  • What does the study material suggest about the implications of aggression for future research?
    It highlights the need for more biological studies
  • What does the study material imply about the relationship between aggression and mental health?
    Aggression may be linked to mental health issues
  • What is one of the key concepts discussed in relation to aggression?
    The role of brain structure in aggression
  • How does the study material suggest aggression can be mitigated?
    By addressing biological and environmental factors
  • What does the study material suggest about the future of aggression research?
    It should consider both biological and social factors