... is not nature. There are many hard questions such as: Are criminals born or made? Is homosexuality a preference or a predisposition? Do IQ tests measure innate abilities or acquired skills? The Nature theory supporters would say that there are genes passed from parents to children that determine all these behaviors ... the nature theory, but supporters of nurture also have some valid points. `"Most researchers today believe genes do not determine exact personality traits, but rather a range over which the trait may evolve"(Segal). Many psychologists, such as Sigmoid Freud, will argue that...

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... experiments have been conducted to show both sides of the debate, nature and nurture. Supporting the nature side, as it plays a key role in someone's way of thinking, and their personality, the twin's studies was conducted. These studies are conducted to determine the influence of genetics and environment on twins that are separated at birth, both identical and fraternal. "The genetic ... . People need nurture to function and progress through mental evolution. A study in Britain was conducted with children aged 12-13, consisting of vitamins to be took for eight months approximately. I.Q ...

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