According to this theory, male sex hormones affect the brain to increase the probability of violent criminal offending.

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The evolutionary neuroandrogenic (ENA) theory suggests that male sex hormones, particularly androgens like testosterone, influence brain development and functioning in ways that may increase the likelihood of engaging in violent or aggressive criminal behaviors. This theory integrates evolutionary psychology and neurobiology to explain gender differences in criminality, particularly the higher incidence of violent crime among males.

According to This Theory, Male Sex Hormones Affect the Brain