An Adolescent Diagnosed with a CD Stole and Wrecked a Neighbor's

Multiple Choice

An adolescent diagnosed with a CD stole and wrecked a neighbor's motorcycle. Afterward, the adolescent was confronted about the behavior but expressed no remorse. Which variation in the central nervous system best explains the adolescent's reaction?

A) Serotonin dysregulation and increased testosterone activity impair one's capacity for remorse.
B) Increased neuron destruction in the hippocampus results in decreased abilities to conform to social rules.
C) Reduced gray matter in the cortex and dysfunction of the amygdala results in decreased feelings of empathy.
D) Disturbances in the occipital lobe reduce sensations that help an individual clearly visualize the consequences of behavior.