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April 2008 PMID 18346997

Neurobiology of aggression and violence.

Larry J Siever

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Mentions

27
Peak: 5 in Dec 2024
across 4 sources since Apr 2020

Extended reach

42,203
potential audience

Total likes

1,693

Video views

28,310

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Apr 2020 – Sep 2025

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a notable interest and engagement with the topic, as seen in comments about the role of serotonin and the importance of the research, emphasizing its relevance for understanding violence. The tone is analytical yet appreciative, with some users referencing specific studies like Coccaro (2012) and Siever (2008), which indicates that the publication has a modest but meaningful impact on their perspectives.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support or appreciation for the research, indicating a general alignment with its findings and relevance.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, with many users describing the article as 'interesting,' 'relevant,' or noting the complexity and relevance of the research.

EngagementModerate engagement

Engagement is moderate; some posts delve into specific topics like serotonin and psychosocial strategies, reflecting a thoughtful reflection on the material.

ImpactModerate impact

The collective tone suggests the article influences understanding and opinions about neurobiology and aggression, but without strong calls to action or profound shifts in perspective.

Abstract in brief

  • Acts of violence cause around 143 million deaths worldwide each year, with most individual acts of aggression rooted in neurobiological factors.
  • A key issue is the failure of the prefrontal cortex to regulate aggressive impulses triggered by anger, involving an imbalance with limbic areas like the amygdala that process emotions.
  • Potential treatments include medications like SSRIs and mood stabilizers, along with psychosocial strategies to improve coping skills and help control aggressive impulses.
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Drlyme
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The neurobiology of aggression and violence | CNS Spectrums | Cambridge Core - https://t.co/WuN3DZ49Sq

Dec 7, 2023 · 1 like · 673 followers View post →
Jim Bloom
@jimmyroybloom · X

https://t.co/FUkvMcd4Y1

Apr 30, 2021 · 2,431 followers View post →
Jim Bloom
@jimmyroybloom · X

Neurobiology of Aggression and Violence | American Journal of Psychiatry https://t.co/SXJs04z91r

Jul 18, 2023 · 2,431 followers View post →
Thomas Downes
@ThomasDownes8 · X

Neurobiology of Aggression and Violence This article talks about serotonin & serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). @InnerMammal https://t.co/7f7ecV8niK

Mar 20, 2022 · 2,220 followers View post →
Brain Sciences MDPI
@BrainSci_MDPI · X

#mdpibrainsci New Special Issue Open for Submission! Unraveling the Neurobiology of Aggression and Violence: Exploring Animal Models to Shed Light on This Complex Phenomenon edited by Dr. Kyle Gobrogge https://t.co/abbCP2xwwo @MDPIOpenAccess @Scilit_ #neuroscience #brain https://t.co/PhTjI4x6WA

Sep 12, 2023 · 2,100 followers View post →
Fe_Peralta
@Fe_Peralta · X

@InformaCosmos Somos biológicamente violentos. Coccaro, E. F. (2012). The neurobiology of aggression and violence. Psychiatric Clinics of North America, 35(4), 623–637. https://t.co/36IBwaqgFc

Apr 9, 2025 · 1,760 followers View post →

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Fe_Peralta
@Fe_Peralta · X

@InformaCosmos Somos biológicamente violentos. Coccaro, E. F. (2012). The neurobiology of aggression and violence. Psychiatric Clinics of North America, 35(4), 623–637. https://t.co/36IBwaqgFc

Apr 9, 2025 · 1,760 followers View post →
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@Sondagepopul · X

@ShimuraDanzooo @Chrisal661936 @toutsauf_macron @le_Parisien • Yang, Y., et al. (2009) - "Prefrontal white matter in pathological liars." The British Journal of Psychiatry, 194(4), 320-325. • Siever, L. J. (2008) - "Neurobiology of aggression and violence." The American Journal of Psychiatry, 165(4), 429-442.

Feb 4, 2025 · 269 followers View post →
WorldOWayne
@WorldOWayne · X

Neurobiology of Aggression and Violence | American Journal of Psychiatry https://t.co/iir803ScoV

Oct 11, 2024 · 364 followers View post →
Drlyme
@Drlyme1 · X

The neurobiology of aggression and violence | CNS Spectrums | Cambridge Core - https://t.co/WuN3DZ49Sq

Dec 7, 2023 · 1 like · 673 followers View post →
Brain Sciences MDPI
@BrainSci_MDPI · X

#mdpibrainsci New Special Issue Open for Submission! Unraveling the Neurobiology of Aggression and Violence: Exploring Animal Models to Shed Light on This Complex Phenomenon edited by Dr. Kyle Gobrogge https://t.co/abbCP2xwwo @MDPIOpenAccess @Scilit_ #neuroscience #brain https://t.co/PhTjI4x6WA

Sep 12, 2023 · 2,100 followers View post →
Jim Bloom
@jimmyroybloom · X

Neurobiology of Aggression and Violence | American Journal of Psychiatry https://t.co/SXJs04z91r

Jul 18, 2023 · 2,431 followers View post →
Cambridge Education
@cambtweeteduc · X

Just finished reading an interesting article about the neurobiology of aggression and violence (Siever, 2008). Usually I just pick one or two things out of an article to use in an essay but that’s going to be very hard this time because the whole paper is relevant! #cambtweet

Jan 19, 2023 · 867 followers View post →
Thomas Downes
@ThomasDownes8 · X

Neurobiology of Aggression and Violence This article talks about serotonin & serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). @InnerMammal https://t.co/7f7ecV8niK

Mar 20, 2022 · 2,220 followers View post →
Jim Bloom
@jimmyroybloom · X

https://t.co/FUkvMcd4Y1

Apr 30, 2021 · 2,431 followers View post →
Octaviano Merecias
@octavianox · X

Neurobiology of Aggression and Violence https://t.co/xkKQv3RR88

Sep 26, 2020 · 181 followers View post →
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@lunaxinova · X

ด้วยความอยากดูสมองสลิ่ม นี่ว่าสลิ่มมีพฤติกรรม aggression and violence อ่ะ https://t.co/7409lgiw0a https://t.co/Kw3Xn2pR7r

Apr 25, 2020 · 600 followers View post →