Neuro-Imaging Case Study

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1. Do you think the protagonist, “Kevin,” in this story was guilty of the crimes he committed? Why or why not? I believe Kevin was guilty and I believe the judge was spot on with her explanation. It is true that he could not control it, but when he knew it was wrong he should have went for help. He still went to jail, but his sentence was lighter. With help, he could have gotten an early diagnosis and medication. While having zero libido is something very few, if anyone, would want, it beats out a crazily overactive libido that results in illegality and jail time. 2. How much choice or freewill did this person have in his behavior? Kevin did not have any choice in his behavior. Once the “lid” was removed he could not stop…show more content…
This basically made his hunger and sex drive hyperactive since the “lid” was removed and he was unable to sensor his urges. 4. Should the American judicial system allow neuro-imaging as evidence in court? Why or why not? I believe neuro-imaging could be used as evidence. While many people may use it as an excuse for their actions, it makes sense for why they did these actions. I do not believe it should give them a free pass out of jail (since they still know its wrong and CAN ask for help), but I do think they need counseling and medication over some jail time since that is the only thing that will cure their problem. 5. Do you believe that the judicial system should be based on holding people accountable for their choices (blame) or probability of future crimes committed? Explain your answer. I believe the judicial system should have this role. It is their job to serve justice and keep society safe. If someone has this problem, they should look for help before its too late. Of course we cannot be lenient with cases of pedophilia due to brain irregularities as they said in Radiolab as we eventually we would deem the simplest brain abnormality a get out of jail free card. As far as probability of future crimes, I believe that is something the parole officer has to keep check on, by looking at a person’s computer, etc., since the human brain is still a mystery and no one could
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