Reading Assignment for Section 4.2
Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 4.2: Hormones and Criminal Tendencies.
What You Will Learn
In this section, you will explore how hormones act as biochemical messengers that influence emotions and behavior. You will examine the connections between testosterone and aggression, as well as the role of cortisol in stress responses and impulsivity, and how these factors may relate to criminal tendencies. Finally, you will analyze the complex interaction between hormonal imbalances and environmental influences, along with the ethical considerations of using hormonal research in criminal justice policies.
Student Learning Outcomes for Section 4.2
- SLO 1: Explain how hormones function as biochemical messengers influencing behavior and emotions.
- SLO 2: Identify the link between testosterone and aggression and its implications for criminal behavior.
- SLO 3: Describe cortisol’s role in stress responses and its association with impulsivity and criminal tendencies.
- SLO 4: Analyze the interaction between hormonal imbalances and environmental factors in influencing criminal behavior.
- SLO 5: Assess the ethical considerations in linking hormonal imbalances to criminal tendencies and its impact on criminal justice policies.
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