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Frontal Lobe Dysfunction
Neurological illnesseshave long been attributed to anomalies in behavior, especially
criminal conduct. Frontal lobe dysfunction is one such condition related to problems in the
functioning of the brain's frontal lobes. (Pirau and Lui, 2022).
Frontal lobe dysfunction refers to various problems in the frontal lobes of the brain,
which are responsible for decision-making, impulse control, planning, and thinking (Séguin,
2009). Damage or malfunction in this region can arise for various reasons, including traumatic
brain injury, neurodegenerative illnesses, tumors, or developmental problems.
Contribution to Abnormal and Criminal Behavior
Frontal lobe impairment has been associated with abnormal conduct, including a higher
likelihood of participating in irrational and illegal activity. The frontal lobes greatly aid the
control and inhibition of impulsive actions. People with problems in this area may have trouble
controlling their impulses, making bad decisions, and thinking through the effects of their actions
(Raine and Yang, 2006). The inability to anticipate and weigh prospective risks is a major factor
in abnormal and illegal conduct. As a result, they engage in impulsive and often dangerous
