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Wiley Interdiscip Rev Cogn Sci January 2017 PMID 27906529

Genes, behavior, and behavior genetics.

Evan Charney

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This collection of discussions reveals a tone of skepticism and critique, with several posts dismissing behavior genetics as invalid or pseudoscientific, such as calling it 'hogwash' and criticizing research methods. Others show genuine interest in understanding scientific arguments, like recommending reading materials or discussing biological aspects, which demonstrates moderate engagement and curiosity. The varying tone and focus highlight ongoing debates about the scientific validity and societal implications of behavior genetics research.

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Most discussions express skepticism or outright disagreement with the validity or implications of behavior genetics, indicating a generally negative stance.

InterestHigh interest

The posts show high interest, with many engaging deeply in debates about scientific validity and societal impact.

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The discussions include references to scientific arguments, historical controversies, and methodological critiques, reflecting moderate engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

While the debates are active, posts suggest skepticism about the actual impact of the publication on science or society overall.

Abstract in brief

  • The first law of behavior genetics states that all human behavioral traits are heritable, and researchers from various social sciences claim to have proven this across different behaviors, even those that seem culturally specific.
  • Many of these researchers also assert that they have identified specific genes linked to certain behaviors, but the validity of these claims depends on the accuracy of their research methods and assumptions about how our DNA (genotype) influences observable traits (phenotype).
  • The article critiques both the research methodologies used in behavior genetics and the fundamental assumptions about the relationship between genes and behavior, highlighting significant flaws in these areas.]
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RaceRealist
@Race__Realist · X

@vBnovus @Aella_Girl I would advise people to read @jayjoseph22 and https://t.co/jp8iNz9rJ3 https://t.co/yvlXD8TDBD

Jul 19, 2022 · 6 likes · 1 share · 4,207 followers View post →
Sandy Darity, Retweets do not mean endorsement.
@SandyDarity · X

@CatherinesYoun1 @The1stLadyLove Ultimately DeGruy is, perhaps unwittingly, embracing behavior genetics. Behavior genetics, however growing in renewed popularity, is invalid. https://t.co/NbIUDTeic9

May 29, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 45,839 followers View post →
Nalits
@SecretBaboon · X

@TheRealDHR @SpeakingBee @JackNiggleson20 @MTink21401 @monitoringbias Also you can getting into to the more hard science/biology part of why hereditarian position is unscientific, hogwash that doesn't have a leg to stand on (due to being incompetent scientists and charlatans): https://t.co/Y39S6Bxzui

Feb 26, 2023 · 1 like · 368 followers View post →
RaceRealist
@Race__Realist · X

@w98188306 @vious_and_couth @ImmuneHack @charlesmurray If they're incoherent to you then you obviously need to read more to understand it. You simply making a claim without an argument is a straight joke. https://t.co/iq8gf0uDOK https://t.co/jp8iNz9rJ3

Mar 16, 2023 · 4,207 followers View post →
The 1st Lady of Love
@The1stLadyLove · X

RT @SandyDarity: @CatherinesYoun1 @The1stLadyLove Ultimately DeGruy is, perhaps unwittingly, embracing behavior genetics. Behavior genetics…

May 29, 2023 · 1 share · 3,125 followers View post →
Enthalpiste
@Enthalpiste · X

@BillardVincent Les études sur les jumeaux ont toujours été claquée, pire encore quand les données étaient inventées (comme Cyril Burt l'a fait tout au long de sa carrière). Ce qu'on leur fait dire aujourd'hui n'a pas beaucoup plus d'intérêt: https://t.co/pZkTWRrRBl

May 16, 2022 · 742 followers View post →

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The 1st Lady of Love
@The1stLadyLove · X

RT @SandyDarity: @CatherinesYoun1 @The1stLadyLove Ultimately DeGruy is, perhaps unwittingly, embracing behavior genetics. Behavior genetics…

May 29, 2023 · 1 share · 3,125 followers View post →
Sandy Darity, Retweets do not mean endorsement.
@SandyDarity · X

@CatherinesYoun1 @The1stLadyLove Ultimately DeGruy is, perhaps unwittingly, embracing behavior genetics. Behavior genetics, however growing in renewed popularity, is invalid. https://t.co/NbIUDTeic9

May 29, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 45,839 followers View post →
RaceRealist
@Race__Realist · X

@w98188306 @vious_and_couth @ImmuneHack @charlesmurray If they're incoherent to you then you obviously need to read more to understand it. You simply making a claim without an argument is a straight joke. https://t.co/iq8gf0uDOK https://t.co/jp8iNz9rJ3

Mar 16, 2023 · 4,207 followers View post →
Nalits
@SecretBaboon · X

@TheRealDHR @SpeakingBee @JackNiggleson20 @MTink21401 @monitoringbias Also you can getting into to the more hard science/biology part of why hereditarian position is unscientific, hogwash that doesn't have a leg to stand on (due to being incompetent scientists and charlatans): https://t.co/Y39S6Bxzui

Feb 26, 2023 · 1 like · 368 followers View post →
Nalits
@SecretBaboon · X

@VascoMBarreto1 @KiarKini @xriskology He isn't wrong, the hereditarians are and deeply so. https://t.co/Y39S6Bxzui

Jan 21, 2023 · 368 followers View post →
umarjacksononly
@umarjacksononly · X

RT @Race__Realist: @vBnovus @Aella_Girl I would advise people to read @jayjoseph22 and https://t.co/jp8iNz9rJ3 https://t.co/yvlXD8TDBD

Aug 1, 2022 · 1 share · 485 followers View post →
RaceRealist
@Race__Realist · X

@vBnovus @Aella_Girl I would advise people to read @jayjoseph22 and https://t.co/jp8iNz9rJ3 https://t.co/yvlXD8TDBD

Jul 19, 2022 · 6 likes · 1 share · 4,207 followers View post →
Enthalpiste
@Enthalpiste · X

@BillardVincent Les études sur les jumeaux ont toujours été claquée, pire encore quand les données étaient inventées (comme Cyril Burt l'a fait tout au long de sa carrière). Ce qu'on leur fait dire aujourd'hui n'a pas beaucoup plus d'intérêt: https://t.co/pZkTWRrRBl

May 16, 2022 · 742 followers View post →
Nalits
@SecretBaboon · X

@getzi19 @MartinDobelle @asymmetricinfo You can start here. https://t.co/Y39S6Bxzui

Jan 1, 2022 · 368 followers View post →
Nalits
@SecretBaboon · X

@AirliftAnders @coldxman @BretWeinstein Pfft, nonsense. There is a biological argument there explaining why you are wrong that you ignore for obvious reasons like all hereditarians. Here's a more hardcore one if you can even handle it: Also g is not construct valid.https://t.co/mzrq01wrzZ

Aug 20, 2020 · 368 followers View post →
Nalits
@SecretBaboon · X

@realDharmapala @jurijfedorov @EHBEA1 :) https://t.co/1v4hgGtKVO

Jul 27, 2020 · 368 followers View post →