ASPD Human Development and Behavior 2

Question 1

Which attachment style in infancy is most consistently linked to later antisocial behavior patterns?

Accepted Answer

Disorganized attachment

Answer

Disorganized attachment, often resulting from frightening or abusive caregiving, is most strongly associated with later antisocial and aggressive behavior.

Question 2

At what developmental stage does the capacity for empathy typically begin to emerge in children?

Accepted Answer

Around 18–24 months

Answer

Rudimentary empathy begins emerging around 18–24 months as toddlers show distress at others' distress and attempt to comfort.

Question 3

According to behavioral genetics research, what is the approximate heritability estimate for ASPD?

Accepted Answer

50–70%

Answer

Twin studies estimate the heritability of ASPD at approximately 50–70%, indicating a substantial genetic contribution alongside environmental factors.

Question 4

The 'dual taxonomy' proposed by Terrie Moffitt distinguishes which two developmental pathways to antisocial behavior?

Accepted Answer

Life-course-persistent vs. adolescence-limited antisocial behavior

Answer

Moffitt's dual taxonomy separates life-course-persistent offenders (early onset, neuropsychological deficits) from adolescence-limited offenders (peer-influenced, temporary).

Question 5

Which brain region's reduced volume and activity has been most replicated in neuroimaging studies of individuals with ASPD?

Accepted Answer

Prefrontal cortex

Answer

Reduced prefrontal cortex volume and activity is the most consistently replicated neuroimaging finding in ASPD, implicating impulse control and moral reasoning deficits.

(ASPD) Sociopath & Antisocial Personality Disorder Test Practice Test

(ASPD) Sociopath & Antisocial Personality Disorder Test Practice Test

ASPD Human Development and Behavior 2