Event Title
Creating a Psychopath: Morality and the Human Brain
Location
Diamond 122
Start Date
30-4-2015 1:07 PM
End Date
30-4-2015 2:25 PM
Project Type
Presentation
Description
My presentation will address the aspect of morality in relation to the human brain. Where is morality located and what incoming stimuli elicit certain responses within the brain. Furthermore, research has shown that chemicals as well as trauma can affect moral judgement. My presentation will address whether or not it is possible to clinically alter certain brain regions to the point where antisocial, psychopathic behavior can be produced.
Faculty Sponsor
Melissa Glenn
Sponsoring Department
Colby College. Psychology Dept.
CLAS Field of Study
Social Sciences
Event Website
http://www.colby.edu/clas
ID
1884
Creating a Psychopath: Morality and the Human Brain
Diamond 122
My presentation will address the aspect of morality in relation to the human brain. Where is morality located and what incoming stimuli elicit certain responses within the brain. Furthermore, research has shown that chemicals as well as trauma can affect moral judgement. My presentation will address whether or not it is possible to clinically alter certain brain regions to the point where antisocial, psychopathic behavior can be produced.
https://digitalcommons.colby.edu/clas/2015/program/365