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S2. Ep 2 - Does our birth order affect our personality?

A Thorough Examination with Drs Chris and Xand

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The Effects of Environment on Personality

In part we are just born the way we are. So influenced by our genes. I still think personality changes in some parts across the lifespan. There is a rich literature on life events that influence personality. It's not easy for any of us to change our personality, but good schooling and policies that reduce poverty and inequality will have enormous impacts on the lives of children and young people. The same studies show that personality is malleable, well-inted teenage years, and possibly young adulthood.

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