#667 - Nancy Segal - What Twins Separated At Birth Teach Us About Nature vs Nurture
Modern Wisdom
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The Role of Genetics in Determining Child's Outcomes in Life
In a meritocracy, your successes and losses define you. Behavioral genetics show that genetic inheritance plays a major role in a child's outcomes. While you can improve their quality of life, creating a child with a specific IQ or interest is unrealistic. Genes reshuffle in every generation, making it possible for a child to have no interest in activities their parents enjoy. Trends also change, and a child's abilities may not align with popular interests. Many factors influence these outcomes.
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