Nature Vs. Nurture
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Evolutionary Psychology
The study of how psychological traits and behaviors have evolved over time to enhance survival and reproductive success.
Natural Selection
Organisms with more suitable traits are more likely to survive and reproduce, passing the advantageous traits to future generations.
Nature Genes
Genes are inherent biological and genetic factors that influence an individual’s psychological development, traits, behavior, and cognitive abilities.
Nurture Environment
The environmental influences and experiences that shape an individual’s psychological development, behaviors, and cognitive processes.
Twin Studies
Examine similarities and differences between identical twins to assess the relative influence of genetics and environment on traits and behaviors.
Adoption Studies
Investigate similarities between adopted children and their biological and adoptive families to assess the impact of genetics versus environment on various traits and behaviors.
Family Studies
Analyze the similarities and differences among family members, including parents and siblings, to understand the interplay of genetics and environment in shaping traits and behaviors within a family unit.
Heredity
The transmission of genetic information from biological parents to offspring.
Genetic Predisposition
The inherited likelihood of developing specific traits or conditions due to genetic factors from biological parents.
Eugenics
The belief in improving the genetic quality of a human population by controlling reproduction to increase desirable traits and decrease undesirable ones.