Mind-Body Interaction and Development: Biology, Behavior and Context
Abstract
Theoretical models that integrate or segregate mind and body have been in existence since the 15th century. The purpose of this contribution is to present contemporary models that integrate biological, psychological, and social contextual processes in human development, specifically, the development of antisocial behavior. The discussion begins with a historical background on the progression of mind-body models that have been used to integrate biological and psychological processes. Recent developmental science perspectives, the neurobiology of mind-body interaction, and the concept of stress and antisocial behavior are considered instances demonstrating the importance of integrating biological and psychological processes. Empirical evidence for the concept of low physiological arousal and antisocial behavior is presented. The strengths of a holistic mind-body holistic interaction model for theory development and research in the future is discussed.
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