PSYC 2120 Lecture 2: 9/2/2015
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Environment shapes the way that our genes are expressed. Three ways that deal with how the environment shapes gene expression: passive. Children are born into families that actively encourage the. Child doesn"t have to go very far to find ways to express their expression of their genes own genetic endowment. Children seem to follow in the footsteps of their parents. Genetics align with environment easily encourages genetic expression: active. Ex: athletes who have athletic children already have athletic genes but are also encouraged further to express their athleticism. The genes of the child become a driving force to seek out experiences that fit with their genetic endowment. Niche picking: choosing the environment where you feel most comfortable based on your genetic predisposition: evocative. When genes lead children to act in certain ways that draw out or evoke certain responses from those around them.
