1.1 Interaction of Heredity and Environment

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Behavior Genetics

The study of how genetic and environmental factors influence behaviors.

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Biological Psychology

Also known as bio/neuropsychology; the study of how the brain and nervous system influence behavior, thoughts, and emotions.

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Effective Psychological Environment

The psychological atmosphere created by interactions and relationships that influence an individual's behavior and development.

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Epigenetics

The study of changes in gene expression that do not involve alterations to the DNA sequence, influenced by environmental factors.

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Epigenetic Marks

Chemical modifications to DNA or associated proteins that influence gene activity without changing the DNA sequence.

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Evolutionary Psychology

The study of how evolutionary principles shape human behaviors and mental processes.

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Extroversion

A personality trait characterized by outgoing, sociable, and energetic behavior.

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Wilhelm Wundt

Considered the 'father of psychology' and founder of the first psychology lab.

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Structuralism

A theory that breaks down mental processes into simpler parts to study the mind.

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Introspection

The examination of one's own conscious thoughts and feelings.

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Functionalism

A psychological approach focused on how mental and behavioral processes operate.

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Psychodynamic Approach

Originally developed by Sigmund Freud; it focuses on the unconscious motives shaping personality.

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Behaviorism

A theory focusing on observable behavior rather than internal mental processes.

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Sociocultural Approach

Analyzes how cultural and social factors impact an individual's experiences.

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Humanistic Approach

Emphasizes personal growth and self-actualization.

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Cognitive Approach

Focuses on how individuals interpret, process, and remember information.

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Biological Approach

Examines the links between biological processes and psychological phenomena.

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Biosocial Approach

Explores how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors impact health, combining socio-cultural and biological elements.

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Fraternal Twins

Twins that develop from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm, sharing about 50% of their genes.

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Genes

Units of heredity passed from parents to offspring, determining traits.

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Gene Expression Blockage

A process where gene expression is inhibited, preventing the gene from producing its corresponding protein.

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Genomes

The complete set of genes or genetic material in an organism.

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Heritability

The proportion of variation in traits among individuals attributed to genetics.

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Identical Twins

Twins that develop from a single fertilized egg that splits into two, sharing 100% of their genes.

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IQ Correlation

The degree to which intelligence quotient (IQ) scores are related among individuals.

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Methyl Molecules

Small chemical groups that can attach to DNA, affecting gene expression without changing the sequence.

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Molecular Genetics

The study of genes at a molecular level and how they influence traits and behaviors.

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Natural Selection

The process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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Nature vs. Nurture Debate

The discussion regarding the contributions of genetics and environment to human behavior and traits.

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Thomas Bouchard

A psychologist known for his research on twins and heritability of traits.

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Twin and Adoption Studies

Research methods comparing twins and adoptees to study genetics and environment.

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Subjective

Based on personal feelings or opinions rather than external facts.

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Objective

Based on observable phenomena and facts, independent of personal feelings.

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