Impaired executive function in 14‐ to 16‐year‐old boys with conduct disorder is related to recidivism: A prospective longitudinal study

ConclusionsImpaired executive function appears to predispose to recidivism among young first‐time male offenders with conduct disorder. Our findings also suggest that further precise assessments of environmental stress on developing neurocognitive function could clarify the background of antisocial behaviour. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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Source: Criminal Behaviour and Mental Health - February 10, 2016 Category: Criminology Authors: Hideki Miura, Yasuyuki Fuchigami Tags: Original Article Source Type: research