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Hostility, crime and drug dependence

M Gossop, A Roy

    The British Journal of Psychiatry : the Journal of Mental Science
    |March 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Male addicts with a history of convictions showed higher hostility levels than those without. This suggests hostility may predispose individuals to criminal behavior and increase the likelihood of apprehension.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Criminology
    • Addiction Studies

    Background:

    • Substance abuse is a significant public health issue.
    • Understanding personality factors associated with addiction and criminal behavior is crucial.
    • Previous research suggests a link between personality traits and criminal activity in addicts.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the relationship between criminal convictions and hostility levels in male drug addicts.
    • To explore whether hostility is a predisposing factor for criminal behavior in this population.

    Main Methods:

    • A study was conducted with male addicts at a London drug dependence unit.
    • Participants were assessed on measures of hostility.
    • Conviction status (convicted vs. non-convicted) was recorded and compared.

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    Main Results:

    • Convicted male addicts scored significantly higher on measures of hostility compared to non-convicted subjects.
    • The strongest differences were observed in relation to violent crime convictions.
    • Higher hostility was also noted in addicts convicted of drug possession and non-drug related offenses.

    Conclusions:

    • Hostility appears to be a personality factor associated with criminal behavior in male drug addicts.
    • Increased hostility may increase the likelihood of an individual engaging in criminal activities.
    • Higher hostility levels could also contribute to a greater probability of apprehension and conviction.