Predicting future crimes and taking action to stop them is a common plot line in sci-fi movies. But could it become reality?
A recent study by neuroscientists at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque found that soon to be released prisoners brain activity when faced with decision making challenges was highly indicative of whether or not they would re-offend.
More info: http://bit.ly/14w3z52 With refinement and further advances, we could do a lot more to address issues of individuals with a high probability or recidivism.
A recent study by neuroscientists at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque found that soon to be released prisoners brain activity when faced with decision making challenges was highly indicative of whether or not they would re-offend.
More info: http://bit.ly/14w3z52 With refinement and further advances, we could do a lot more to address issues of individuals with a high probability or recidivism.
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