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The Double Standard of Discussing Genetic Influences
04:07 - 11:39 (07:32)
This episode sheds light on the double standard when it comes to talking about genetic influences, like those affecting height and eye color, versus those tied to political philosophies or intelligence, which receives backlash.
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The controversial nature surrounding behavioral genetics stems from a misconception about what it means to say that behavioral traits are related to genetics, leading to much distrust and dislike of the field in general.
04:07 - 06:21 (02:14)
Summary
The controversial nature surrounding behavioral genetics stems from a misconception about what it means to say that behavioral traits are related to genetics, leading to much distrust and dislike of the field in general. Behavioral genetics aims to understand how things are currently, rather than how they may change in the future.
ChapterThe Double Standard of Discussing Genetic Influences
Episode#534 - Dr Stuart Ritchie - Why Is Behavioural Genetics Such A Hated Science?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The relationship between political systems and genetic potential is explored, with research indicating that freer political systems allow people to reach their genetic potential more effectively.
06:21 - 08:33 (02:12)
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The relationship between political systems and genetic potential is explored, with research indicating that freer political systems allow people to reach their genetic potential more effectively. Studies have also shown that genetics explains more of the variation in people's educational attainment in post-communist societies.
ChapterThe Double Standard of Discussing Genetic Influences
Episode#534 - Dr Stuart Ritchie - Why Is Behavioural Genetics Such A Hated Science?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Genetics may make us predisposed to certain traits but environmental factors still play a huge role in how those traits manifest in individuals.
08:33 - 10:03 (01:30)
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Genetics may make us predisposed to certain traits but environmental factors still play a huge role in how those traits manifest in individuals. While we don't know of any environmental interventions for personality traits or intelligence like glasses for myopia, it is still possible for the environment to completely alter genetic effects on traits.
ChapterThe Double Standard of Discussing Genetic Influences
Episode#534 - Dr Stuart Ritchie - Why Is Behavioural Genetics Such A Hated Science?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The double standard exists because people are happy to talk about genetic influence on things like height or eye color, but not when it comes to intelligence or other politically sensitive subjects.
10:03 - 11:39 (01:35)
Summary
The double standard exists because people are happy to talk about genetic influence on things like height or eye color, but not when it comes to intelligence or other politically sensitive subjects.