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Athena Picker
on Nov 15, 2024Verified
An important aspect of the shyness studies of Kagan and colleagues (1988) is that it shows:
A) that certain traits like shyness are entirely genetic, regardless of environment
B) that certain traits like shyness are entirely learned, regardless of genetics
C) shyness is due entirely to cultural norms
D) how nature and nurture interact to produce some behaviors
Shyness Studies
Research focused on understanding the feelings of apprehension or discomfort that some individuals experience during social interactions or in social settings.
Nature And Nurture
A debate regarding the relative contributions of genetic inheritance (nature) and environmental factors (nurture) to human development.
Kagan
A reference to Jerome Kagan, a psychologist known for his work in child development, particularly his studies on temperament.
- Examine the impact of ethological theories on contemporary perceptions of behavior and its evolutionary dimensions.
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Learning Objectives
- Examine the impact of ethological theories on contemporary perceptions of behavior and its evolutionary dimensions.