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Dictionary of Biological Psychology

XYY syndrome

A very rare chromosome abnormality (see CHROMOSOME ABNORMALITIES) in which a male has an extra Y chromosome. It has been rather sensationally associated with criminality, but there is now considerable doubt as to the validity of this controversial association.

See also: X and Y chromosomes

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Xyy Syndrome from Dictionary of Biological Psychology. ISBN: 0-203-29884-5. Published: 02-22-2001. ©2009 Taylor and Francis. All rights reserved.



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