Heredity & Environment
Asked 2 months ago · Viewed 1,544 times
In the context of human development, while studying the interaction of heredity and environment, under the principles of 'Genotype-Environment Interaction and Correlation' proposed by Sandra Scarr, when children select or create an environment for themselves that corresponds to their genetic tendencies, what is this specific concept known as?
✓ Correct! Well done.
✗ Not quite — the correct answer is highlighted above.
Detailed Explanation & Solution
Explanation of Sandra Scarr's Genotype-Environment Correlation
Psychologist Sandra Scarr described three types of genotype-environment correlations to explain the interrelationship between heredity and child development:
- Active Genotype-Environment Correlation (Niche-picking): When children seek out or create environments that fit their genetic abilities, interests, and traits (such as choosing sports, music, or specific academic environments).
- Passive Genotype-Environment Correlation: Occurs when biological parents provide both the genes and the environment for the child.
- Evocative/Reactive Genotype-Environment Correlation: Occurs when a child's genetic traits elicit specific reactions from other people in their social environment.
Therefore, children selecting environments suited to their genetic predispositions is known as active genotype-environment correlation or niche-picking.
Next question →
In the context of the interaction between heredity and environment in the…
← Previous question
In the context of human development, while micro-analyzing…
Related Questions
→
Which is the main factor influencing the social development of a child?
→
Under Howard Gardner's 'Theory of Multiple Intelligences', a central and extremely crucial…
→
In the study of human development, with respect to the interaction of 'heredity' and 'environment', analyze…
→
According to Erik Erikson's Psychosocial Development Theory, the stage of 'Identity vs. Role Confusion' and…
→
During the study of human development, analyzing the interaction of heredity and environment, which of the…
→
In the context of the mutual interaction of 'Heredity' and 'Environment' in the process of human…
→
In the context of human development, while micro-analyzing the principles of 'Genotype-Environment…
→
In the context of human development, while micro-analyzing the principle of 'Interaction of Heredity and…
Log in
to add to quiz, bookmark, or report issues.