Abstract
Human functions and traits are linked to cerebral networks serving different emotional and cognitive control systems, some of which rely on hemispheric specialization and integration to promote adaptive goal-directed behavior. Among the neural systems discussed in this context are those underlying pro- and antisocial behaviors. The diverse functions and traits governing our social behavior have been associated with lateralized neural activity. However, as with other complex behaviors, specific hemispheric roles are difficult to elucidate. This is due largely to environmental and contextual influences, which interact with neural substrates in the development and expression of pro and antisocial functions. This paper will discuss the reciprocal ties between environmental factors and hemispheric functioning in the context of social behavior. Rather than an exhaustive review, the paper will attempt to familiarize readers with the prominent literature and primary questions to encourage further research and in-depth discussion in this field.
Highlights
The search for neurobiological correlates of adverse social behaviors, such as violence, addiction, and crime, encompasses an ongoing investigation into the role of functional cerebral asymmetry and interhemispheric transfer [1,2,3]
As with other complex behaviors, specific hemispheric roles are difficult to elucidate [7,8,9]. This is presumably due in large part to environmental and contextual influences, which interact with neural substrates in the development and expression of pro and antisocial functions [10,11]
The current paper addresses the interdependent roles of hemispheric functioning and environmental factors in the context of antisocial behavior, both to familiarize readers with the prominent literature and primary questions and to encourage further research and in-depth discussion in this field
Summary
The search for neurobiological correlates of adverse social behaviors, such as violence, addiction, and crime, encompasses an ongoing investigation into the role of functional cerebral asymmetry and interhemispheric transfer [1,2,3]. Adult antisocial behaviors are defined as disruptive behaviors that violate social rules and involve defiance of authority and disregard for the rights of others [4] They often include rule-breaking, criminal, and violent acts, as well as a failure to follow moral guidelines [5], and have been associated with the pursuit of power and the manipulation and exploitation of others to achieve personal goals [1]. As with other complex behaviors, specific hemispheric roles are difficult to elucidate [7,8,9] This is presumably due in large part to environmental and contextual influences, which interact with neural substrates in the development and expression of pro and antisocial functions [10,11]. The current paper addresses the interdependent roles of hemispheric functioning and environmental factors in the context of antisocial behavior, both to familiarize readers with the prominent literature and primary questions and to encourage further research and in-depth discussion in this field
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