The Developing Genome by David S. Moore
An Introduction to Behavioral Epigenetics
A clear, skeptical tour of how genes and environments interact across development to shape behavior, this work challenges genetic determinism and the nature–nurture dichotomy. It introduces behavioral epigenetics—mechanisms like DNA methylation and histone modification—to show how experiences from the prenatal period onward can modify gene expression with lasting effects. Through accessible examples and critiques of twin studies and “gene-for” claims, it explains what heritability does and doesn’t imply, warns against hype, and highlights real implications for health, education, and policy. The result is a nuanced framework emphasizing developmental systems and the dynamic, context-dependent biology underpinning human traits.
- Published
- 2015
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 250-300
- Original Language
- English
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