Grove et al. (1990) (SAQ & ERQ twins, genetics) Flashcards

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aim

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to determine the extent to which antisocial behavior of separately raised twins can be attributed to genetics

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method

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interviews, tests and questionnaires to measure antisocial behavior of the twins

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results

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heritability in adults was determined to be around 28% and in children 41%

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conclusion

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when genetic factors can influence antisocial behavior of twins, the environment is still of important influence especially when twins have been raised in different households

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participants

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32 sets of identical twins

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key terms

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heritability
monozygotic twins
antisocial behavior

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