This paper presents the Adaptive Calibration Model (ACM), an evolutionary–developmental
theory of individual differences in the functioning of the stress response system. The stress …

Multiple risk domains have been identified for life-course persistent (LCP) offending, but a
quantitative review of the effect of different risk domains was not yet available. Therefore, we …

Functional significance of delta oscillations is not fully understood. One way to approach this
question would be from an evolutionary perspective. Delta oscillations dominate the EEG of …

This article discusses conceptual issues and reviews knowledge about direct and buffering
protective factors in the development of youth violence. Direct protective factors predict a low …

Recent research shows that blunted cardiovascular and cortisol reactions to acute
psychological stress are associated with adverse behavioural and health outcomes …

Criminal behaviour and violence are increasingly viewed as worldwide public health
problems. A growing body of knowledge shows that criminal behaviour has a …

A new understanding of ADD, along with practical information on how to recognize and treat
the disorder A leading expert in the assessment and treatment of Attention Deficit …

Children with persistent antisocial and aggressive behavior are diagnosed as having
disruptive behavior disorder. The authors review evidence that antisocial children, and …

This article charts a strategic research course toward an empirical foundation for the
diagnosis of conduct disorder in the forthcoming DSM‐V. Since the DSM‐IV appeared in …

Prior meta-analyses have concluded that low resting heart rate is associated with higher
levels of antisocial behavior. These reviews, however, have had important limitations that …