Lesson 4 - Nature or nurture debate Flashcards

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nature

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genetics plays a more significant role

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nurture

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environment and experience are more influential

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3
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Nature roots

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its rooted in nativist theory which suggests that knowledge and ability are innate

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nurture roots

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based on empiricist theory which argues that knowledge comes from learning and experience

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weaknesses of the nature v nurture debate

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-interactionist approach suggests that nature and nurture are inseparable
-diathesis stress model
- nurture can influence nature, brain changes in response to experience
- epigenics (lifestyle factors such as smoking and war can be passed on to future generations)

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