Born Together—Reared Apart

Born Together—Reared Apart
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Publisher : Harvard University Press
Total Pages : 417
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ISBN-10 : 9780674065154
ISBN-13 : 0674065158
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Book Synopsis Born Together—Reared Apart by : Nancy L. Segal

Download or read book Born Together—Reared Apart written by Nancy L. Segal and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2012-06-18 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Minnesota Study of Twins Reared Apart startled scientists by demonstrating that twins reared apart are as alike, across a number of personality traits and other measures, as those raised together, suggesting that genetic influence is pervasive. Segal offers an overview of the study’s scientific contributions and effect on public consciousness.


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