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Roper and Race: the Nature and Effects of Death Penalty Exclusions for Juveniles and the “Late Adolescent Class”
The Supreme Court banned the death penalty for those under 18 in 2005 due to evolving standards and scientific evidence of immaturity. This decision could extend to 18-20 year olds, which would also reduce racial bias in sentencing.
Socioeconomic Status, BMI, and Brain Development in Children
Children from lower socioeconomic backgrounds face negative health and academic outcomes. This study will examine how body mass index (BMI) influences the relationship between socioeconomic status and brain development.
Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down: Neural Processing of Social Feedback and Links to Social Motivation in Adolescent Girls
This study explored how adolescent brains respond to peer feedback, focusing on areas related to threat, reward, and control. Researchers found brain activation patterns differed with social avoidance and approach motivations.
Unshackled: Stories of Redemption Among Serious Youthful Offenders
The article highlights that children, even those in maximum-security prisons, have a profound capacity for rehabilitation.
What's My Age Again?: Adolescent Development and the Case for Expanding Original Juvenile Court Jurisdiction and Investing in Alternatives for Emerging Adults Involved in Maine's Justice System
Maine’s juvenile justice system is falling behind, harming young adults and communities. The state needs an individualized, science-based approach to better support youth and improve public safety.
The Juvenile Restoration Act Year One — October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022
The Juvenile Restoration Act allows sentence reductions for individuals incarcerated as minors for over 20 years. In its first year, courts safely released most eligible individuals, often with re-entry support.
A Systematic Review of Evidence-Based Family Interventions for Trauma-Affected Refugees
Forced displacement impacts nearly 90 million people globally, increasing their vulnerability to food insecurity, economic challenges, and mental health issues. Many lack resources to adapt to new environments.
What Science Tells us About False and Repressed Memories
Research indicates about 30% of people can be convinced to recall false autobiographical events. This suggests that creating false memories through suggestion is possible.
Psychosocial Family-Level Mediators in the Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma: Protocol for a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
This article explores how trauma's psychological effects pass through generations, even without direct exposure. It highlights the role of family factors like parenting and mental health in this process.
People v. Banner
A California court ruled judges don't have to consider mental health diversion. It sent the case back for resentencing, favoring lower terms for trauma-related crimes.
The Role of Incarceration as a Risk Factor for Cognitive Impairment
This study links incarceration to cognitive impairment, especially in middle-aged individuals. It highlights racial disparities, showing formerly incarcerated people face a higher risk of cognitive decline and related societal costs.
The power of negative and positive episodic memories
Emotional experiences are more likely to be remembered and recalled than neutral ones. These powerful emotional memories influence present decisions and future predictions.
Trauma-Affected Refugees and Their Non-Exposed Children: A Review of Risk and Protective Factors for Trauma Transmission
Refugee children of trauma-affected parents face increased risks for mental health issues. This review identifies risk and protective factors, including interpersonal and contextual influences, to better understand these outcomes.
Biological Psychiatry in Displaced Populations: What We Know, and What We Need to Begin to Learn
One percent of the world's population is forcibly displaced due to conflict, persecution, or disasters. These individuals face severe trauma and chronic stress, leading to high rates of mental health conditions.
State v. Sorbonne
The Court ruled that self-defense claims must consider all relevant circumstances, including past abuse, to assess the reasonableness of force used.