Nature vs. Nurture Flashcards
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What is Scarr (1992)’s empirical evidence in relation to Nature vs. Nurture?
A
Heredity played a significant role in determining the level of intelligence as well as personality.
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What was Bouchard et al (1990)’s twin study?
A
He found that identical twins reared apart showed strong similarities. Their IQ’s were more similar than fraternal twins reared together.
(THEREFORE NATURE/ BIOLOGICAL INFLUENCES ARE STRONGER)
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Define nature
A
The biological influences on behavioural aspects (e.g. Intelligence and personality)
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Define nurture
A
The environmental influences on behavioural aspects (e.g. Intelligence and personality)
