Biological Psychology

• What did the case study of Charles Whitman reveal?

  • Shot 16 students at a university
  • Found to have brain abnormalities
  • Highlights link between brain structure and aggression
• What was the case study of Phineas Gage about?

  • Tamping iron lodged through skull
  • Damaged frontal cortex
  • Became more irresponsible and aggressive
  • Indicates prefrontal cortex's role in aggression