Biological and Genetic Contributors to CrimeDuring the past couple of decades, an increasing interest in the examination of the relationship between biological factors and criminal behavior has occurred. Research has revealed strong evidence implicating biological factors in the development of criminal behavior. For instance, findings from empirical studies have shown that about one-half of the variance in criminal behavior is correlated with genetic factors. Moreover, neuroscience studies have detected deficiencies in the structure and the functioning of the brains of psychopaths, pathological liars, murderers, and serial killers. Still other studies have revealed that exposure to toxins in utero, such as prenatal exposure to drugs and alcohol, may alter the development of the brain and may predispose the child to criminal behavior later in life.For this Discussion, review the media piece The nature of crime and criminology: Biological theories. http://mym.cdn.laureate-media.com/2dett4d/Walden/CRJS/6137/05/mm/video/index_week5.html Select the two most important biological factors that may have contributed to the criminal behavior.With these thoughts in mind:Post a brief description of the two biological factors you selected. Then explain why these two biological factors are most important in the explanation of criminal behavior.

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