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Panel I: Root Causes of Violence

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Why do we snap - is it nature, nurture, or a little of both?

This panel brings together experts in psychology, neuroscience, and sociocultural dynamics to discuss the genesis of violent behavior.  By having a firm understanding of the root causes of violence, lawmakers are better prepared to craft policy solutions that reroute the potential bad actors in our society before it’s too late.

Event Details

  • Tuesday, February 13
  • 11:30 - 12:45
  • Tarble Room, Brown Hall
  • Moderated by Dr. Doug Fields

Public Policy Analysis Challenge

Panel I Members

Demeatreas Whatley

Demeatreas Whatley

Director of Cure Violence Global in Grand Crossing, Chicago

Dr. Doug Fields

Dr. Doug Fields

Emeritus Scientist at the National Institutes of Health, Chief of the Nervous System Development and Plasticity Section at the National Institutes of Health (NICHD)

Dr. Pete Myers

Dr. Pete Myers

Director of Group and Therapeutic Services at Yellowbrick Consultation and Treatment Center