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Cards (3)

  • 1 - give children omega oil supplements like Raine did

    How - Children who are more at risk of aggression should be given nutritious meals with omega oils so brains can mature properly and reduce the chance of later aggression and crime
    Why - Raines Mauritius study showed omega oils led to lower levels of delinquency, aggression and attention problems
  • 2 - Get children to do more exercise

    How - regular daily exercise of 30-60 minutes a day involving structured games and also some strategy to improve brain activity
    Why - Less cruelty and anti-social behaviour was shown in Raines Mauritius study at aged 11 and 17 following the intervention
  • 3 - Don't smoke when pregnant
    How - avoid exposing children to cigarette smoke as this might lead to exposure to higher levels of testosterone - if trying for a baby, go to stop smoking services, use nicotine replacements etc. so they won't be tempted to smoke when pregnant
    Why - testosterone exposure is increased as a result of smoking while pregnant which can lead to more impulsive behaviour and crime