According to Dr. Michael Clancy, a geneticist and professor at the University of Alaska, many people believe that crime is caused by psychological problems. Criminals have weak egos and damaged personalities. This same study shows that these criminals have an undeveloped or underdeveloped ability to control their behavior. Another explanation of criminal behavior is the genetic problem of an extra chromosome on the 23rd pair. Because more XYY males are in prison, that chromosomal defect is said to cause aggression and violence.
Violence can mask an inmate's true self, however.
With only a few years of prison left, McGranaghan is taking advantage of the education and various life lessons he is gaining. Being in prison certainly hasn't taken away from his social life, either. Hopefully when I'm out of here I may get a chance to catch up with them and finally meet these new friends in person. Copyright 2001 by the President and Trustees of Norwich University.