XYY Syndrome Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is the prevalence of XYY
A
1/1000
2
Q
Is XYY genetic or inherited
A
Genetic
3
Q
List 3 features of XYY syndrome
A
Grow faster
Taller than Average
Slightly lower IQ
4
Q
Which gender can XYY only occur in
A
Males
5
Q
Why is researching XYY syndrome time consuming and expensive
A
As it takes skilled staff and time and effort to find it in a person
6
Q
What can XYY syndrome not explain
A
Criminal behaviour with females
7
Q
What did RE and Birkhoff find in their literature review on XYY
A
That those with XYY weren’t necessary going to become anti social or criminals
