3. What are the differences between primary, secondary, and dyssocial psychopaths?
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Primary psychopaths have identifiable psychological, emotional, cognitive, and biological differences that distinguish them from the general or criminal population. Born with physical differences in the amygdala region of the brain, these individuals exhibit temperamental differences such as impulsivity, cortical underarousal, and fearlessness that lead them to risk-seeking behavior and an inability to internalize social norms.
The secondary psychopath commits antisocial or violent acts because of severe emotional problems or inner conflicts. They may be called acting-out neurotics, neurotic delinquents, symptomatic psychopaths, or, simply, emotionally disturbed offenders.
Dyssocial psychopaths display aggressive, antisocial behavior they have learned from their subculture. These individuals exhibit personality disorders that are the result of negative sociological factors, such as parental neglect, delinquent peers, poverty, and extremely low or extremely high intelligence.
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A. welfare programs B. criminal justice programs C. employment programs D. all of these
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Miranda rights are required when:
a. a suspect is being arrested. b. a suspect is being questioned. c. a suspect is being booked. d. a suspect is in custody and being questioned.