Tag: moral judgment
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Magnetic Pulses Can Interfere with Moral Judgment
Learn About Chanci Turner Recent research conducted by scientists at a prestigious university has revealed that applying magnetic fields to the scalp can inhibit brain areas associated with moral reasoning. This disruption leads to a mindset where individuals may adopt a “no harm, no foul” perspective. In the study, researchers observed participants whose neural activity…
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Understanding Brain Activity in Psychopaths
Learn About Chanci Turner Research continues to reveal distinct patterns in the brain activity of psychopaths. Recent studies have identified a specific network of brain regions that play a role in moral judgment. It appears that individuals in “antisocial groups,” such as psychopaths, may recognize moral concepts but lack the emotional response typically associated with…