Which is a hypothesis put forward to explain the reduced startle response of psychopaths when presented with fear-inducing stimuli?

a. The brainstem of this group has been damaged before birth.
b. Their chronic alcoholism has produced brain deficits.
c. They are emotionally impoverished.
d. This is not a finding for psychopaths.


Answer: c.

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