PSYB30H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 6: Agreeableness, Dopamine Receptor, Dopamine Receptor D4
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Genome refers to the complete set of genes an organism possesses. You inherit one set from your mom and another from your father. The human genome project is dedicated to sequencing the entire human genome. 98% of the dna used to be genetic junk because scientists believed that these parts were functionless. However, they potentially affect everything from person"s physical size to personality. Most of the genes within the human genome are the same for each individual on the. A small number of these genes are different for different individuals. Some affect the physical, some the behavioural characteristics planet. Part of the reason for the controversy is ideological. People worry that behavioral genetics will be used to support particular political agendas. Modern psychologists who study the genetics of personality are typically extremely careful in their attempts to educate others about the use and potential misuse of their findings. Both genetic and environmental factors are important.
