In a study I suspect is bound to be controversial, researchers have identified what they say is
aninheritable "warrior gene" that can result in aggressive behaviors in boys, according to this MSNBC story. The latest study also links the gene not only to gang membership, but also the level of violence boys have within the gang. Take a look at the story, which describes a study in which networked computers tested aggressive tendencies in one simulation: "78 test subjects were asked to cause physical pain to an opponent they
believed had taken money from them by administering varying amounts of
hot sauce."
aninheritable "warrior gene" that can result in aggressive behaviors in boys, according to this MSNBC story. The latest study also links the gene not only to gang membership, but also the level of violence boys have within the gang. Take a look at the story, which describes a study in which networked computers tested aggressive tendencies in one simulation: "78 test subjects were asked to cause physical pain to an opponent they
believed had taken money from them by administering varying amounts of
hot sauce." 
Kelly Puente joined the Press-Telegram in 2006 as an editorial assistant and eventually worked her way up to general assignement reporter. Over the years, she’s covered everything from crime and breaking news to human interest and the cities of Bellflower and Cerritos. Kelly is a Long Beach resident and graduate of Cal State Long Beach. She’s new to the education beat and is looking for great stories.
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