Biosocial theorists have evaluated the association between violent behavior episodes and hormone levels. Their findings suggest that abnormal levels of which male sex hormones influence the neocortex and have been linked to aggressive behavior?
A) androgens
B) glycogens
C) endorphins
D) endogens

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Androgens, including testosterone, are male sex hormones that have been linked to aggressive behavior. Research in biosocial criminology suggests that abnormal levels of androgens can influence the brain, particularly areas like the neocortex, which is involved in higher-order brain functions including cognition and social behavior.

Biosocial Theorists Have Evaluated the Association Between Violent Behavior Episodes