Can a Brain Injury Turn Someone Into a Criminal? The Forensic Psychology of the Injured Brain

Podcast: Forensic Psychology · Circle Of Insight Productions

Opublikowano: 2026-09-30

Can damage to the brain actually change someone’s personality enough to contribute to criminal behavior? From impaired impulse control to aggression and poor judgment, injuries to certain brain regions can dramatically alter how a person behaves. This episode explores what neuroscience can—and cannot—tell forensic psychologists about the connection between brain injury, responsibility, and crime.