In order to discuss the link between insights provided by neuropsychological investigations and sadistic crime, it is crucial to understand what these terms mean. Neuropsychological investigations are defined in this case as research conducted in various studies in relation to how brain abnormalities impact on one’s likelihood of committing violent crimes. Sadistic crime is defined as using violence and humiliation to achieve sexual gratification (Ruocco & Platek, 2006). The argument that is presented in this paper is that sadistic crime in offenders may to some extent be influenced by brain anomalies. To justify this argument, this paper will examine personality disorders linked to sadistic crime, discuss the impact the prefrontal cortex and
