Citation

McCord J. Ann. N. Y. Acad. Sci. 1996; 794: 253-255.

Affiliation

Department of Criminal Justice, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122, USA. mccord@vm.temple.edu

Copyright

(Copyright © 1996, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

8853607

Abstract

I have suggested that research into biosocial processes has been impeded because of two mistaken opinions. The first pertains to a belief that biological processes are determinative. I have tried to show that they are potentiating. The second pertains to a belief that if biology contributes to aggression, biological interventions are necessary. I have demonstrated that social processes can alter biological conditions. I have also suggested that biosocial research can make important contributions through animal models and longitudinal studies.

Language: en