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Behavioral Genetics and Differences in Inherited DNA
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03:04 - 11:29 (08:24)

The field of behavioral genetics aims to determine how inherited DNA sequences contribute to differences in behavior, medical predispositions, and other idiosyncrasies among individuals. With a focus on evolutionary psychology and the 0.1% of DNA that differs among individuals, this field seeks to understand the extent that inherited DNA contributes to observed differences.

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Behavioral Genetics and Differences in Inherited DNA
Episode
#353 - Robert Plomin - How Do Genes Influence Our Behaviour?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Author Robert Plohman discusses his book, "Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society" and the difficult topics it covers, such as taboo trade-offs and how moral institutions are continuously evolving.
05:03 - 06:09 (01:06)
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Evolutionary Origins of Society
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Author Robert Plohman discusses his book, "Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society" and the difficult topics it covers, such as taboo trade-offs and how moral institutions are continuously evolving.

Chapter
Behavioral Genetics and Differences in Inherited DNA
Episode
#353 - Robert Plomin - How Do Genes Influence Our Behaviour?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The study of behavioral genetics looks into the extent to which differences in inherited DNA sequences make a difference in human behavior, including susceptibility to mental health conditions and addiction.
06:09 - 08:17 (02:08)
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Behavioral Genetics
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The study of behavioral genetics looks into the extent to which differences in inherited DNA sequences make a difference in human behavior, including susceptibility to mental health conditions and addiction. Despite potentially uncomfortable insights, this field is important in understanding the influences on a person that they did not choose or control.

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Behavioral Genetics and Differences in Inherited DNA
Episode
#353 - Robert Plomin - How Do Genes Influence Our Behaviour?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
A large portion of differences observed among individuals are due to inherited DNA differences.
08:17 - 11:29 (03:11)
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Inherited DNA Differences
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A large portion of differences observed among individuals are due to inherited DNA differences. Recent DNA technology advancements are allowing for predictions to be made at the individual level based on these differences.

Chapter
Behavioral Genetics and Differences in Inherited DNA
Episode
#353 - Robert Plomin - How Do Genes Influence Our Behaviour?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom