The Macdonald Triad: an Exploration into the Roots of Violent Behavior
Words: 541 Pages: 2 1356Unraveling the origins and markers of violent behavior is a topic that has captivated psychologists, criminologists, and society at large for decades. Among the myriad theories and frameworks posited, the Macdonald Triad stands out as one of the more provocative and debated hypotheses. Proposed in the 1960s by forensic psychiatrist J.M. Macdonald, the triad suggests that three specific behaviors during childhood might be indicative of violent tendencies later in life. These behaviors are: cruelty to animals, obsession with fire-setting, and […]