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Behavioral Genetics, Heritability, and Twin Studies
Evaluate evidence from identical and fraternal twin studies, adoption studies, and heritability estimates.
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Genetics, Evolution, and Consciousness
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Analyze how heredity, epigenetics, evolutionary pressures, and circadian cycles shape human psychology and behavior.
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SS.Psy.4.9-12Illinois Social Studies Standards · All agesAnalyze how biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors and their interactions influence individuals’ behavior and mental processes.
SS.Psy.5.9-12Illinois Social Studies Standards · All agesEvaluate the complexities of human thought and behavior, as well as the factors related to the individual differences among people.