JOURNAL ARTICLE

Addressing genetic essentialism: Sharpening context in behavior genetics.

  • Published In: Behavioral & Brain Sciences, 2023, v. 46. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Byrne, Brian; Olson, Richard K. 3 of 3

Abstract

Evidence of a causal role for genes in human behavior underpins genetic essentialism, the scientifically flawed and socially hazardous idea that heritable characteristics are immutable. Behavior geneticists can challenge this idea by designing research that brings the contextual dependence of heritability estimates into sharper focus, and by incorporating a relevant statement into research reports and public outreach. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Behavioral & Brain Sciences. 2023/01, Vol. 46, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biology
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0140-525X
  • DOI:10.1017/S0140525X22002266
  • Accession Number:174167404
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