Brain Injury Could Explain Sudden Criminal Behavior

Brain Injury Could Explain Sudden Criminal Behavior

A new study has found that damage to a specific white matter pathway in the brain—the right uncinate fasciculus—may increase the likelihood of criminal or violent behavior following brain injury. Researchers analyzed scans from individuals who began committing crimes after suffering strokes, tumors, or traumatic injuries and found consistent damage to this region.

Study Finds Link Between Brain Injury And Criminal Behavior

Study shows criminality is associated with damage to a key brain pathway involved in emotional control and judgment