Robert J. Plomin is a foremost figure in behavior genetics and twin studies. His research delves into the genetic and environmental influences shaping human behavior and psychological traits. Through extensive twin studies, Plomin uncovers the intricate interplay between heredity and environment that molds our personalities and cognitive abilities. His work profoundly advances our understanding of what makes us uniquely human.
In 'Blueprint', behavioral geneticist Robert Plomin describes how the DNA revolution has made DNA personal by giving us the power to predict our psychological strengths and weaknesses from birth. A century of genetic research shows that DNA differences inherited from our parents are the consistent lifelong sources of our psychological individuality--the blueprint that makes us who we are. This, says Plomin, is a game-changer. It calls for a radical rethinking of what makes us who were are
The blueprint for our individuality lies in the 1% of DNA that differs between people. Our intellectual capacity, our introversion or extraversion, our vulnerability to mental illness, even whether we are a morning person - all of these aspects of our personality are profoundly shaped by our inherited DNA differences. In this book, Robert Plomin, a pioneer in the field of behavioural genetics, draws on a lifetime's worth of research to make the case that DNA is the most important factor shaping who we are.
One of the world's leading behavioral geneticists argues for a radical rethinking of what shapes our individuality. The key lies in the 1% of DNA that varies among individuals, influencing our intellectual capacity, personality traits like introversion or extraversion, susceptibility to mental illness, and even our morningness. Robert Plomin, a pioneer in behavioral genetics, draws on extensive research to assert that DNA is the most significant factor in determining who we are. While family, education, and environment matter, they are less influential than our genetic makeup. Plomin advocates for accepting children as they are rather than attempting to mold them into specific ideals. He emphasizes that even our choices and life-altering events, such as divorce or addiction, are shaped by genetic predispositions. With advancements in DNA technology, it is now possible to predict an individual's potential from birth based solely on their genetic information. These insights carry profound implications for parenting, education, and social mobility. This transformative work illustrates how the DNA present in the single cell at the start of life can profoundly influence our behavior as adults.
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