Module 3 Nature vs. Nurture - Jackson Liberty Psychology
... neurotransmitters leading to depression. ...
... neurotransmitters leading to depression. ...
Sexual selection
... investment in offspring (female HI; male LO; anisogamy) • Conflict of genetic interests between male and female ...
... investment in offspring (female HI; male LO; anisogamy) • Conflict of genetic interests between male and female ...
What is an advantage of sexual reproduction
... exact same place. By outcrossing, the DNA is effectively rejuvenated because errors can be counteracted by good DNA of the mates. The same rejuvenation cannot work, by selfing of mating with yourself because you are more likely to have the same errors in multiple cells of your body that may have had ...
... exact same place. By outcrossing, the DNA is effectively rejuvenated because errors can be counteracted by good DNA of the mates. The same rejuvenation cannot work, by selfing of mating with yourself because you are more likely to have the same errors in multiple cells of your body that may have had ...
Answers to Test Your Knowledge questions for
... cow. Indeed, such an artificial cow is used in order to obtain their semen for artificial insemination. One can change the characteristics (e.g. colour) of the artificial cow and indeed note a rearousal of sexual behaviour compared with keeping the original artificial cow. ...
... cow. Indeed, such an artificial cow is used in order to obtain their semen for artificial insemination. One can change the characteristics (e.g. colour) of the artificial cow and indeed note a rearousal of sexual behaviour compared with keeping the original artificial cow. ...
Separated Twins
... • Bouchard’s University of Minnesota study – Tested over 70 pairs – Tested on intelligence, personality, heart rates, brain waves, habits, attitudes, interests, fears – Extraversion/introversion; neuroticism/emotional stability highly correlated with genetic similarity ...
... • Bouchard’s University of Minnesota study – Tested over 70 pairs – Tested on intelligence, personality, heart rates, brain waves, habits, attitudes, interests, fears – Extraversion/introversion; neuroticism/emotional stability highly correlated with genetic similarity ...
Exam 2 Study guide
... Know the brain regions associated with sexual behaviors in males, females, and both males and females. What does oxytocin do? What hormones and neurotransmitters increase and decrease sexual behavior? What are the events that happen to males, that do not happen to females, during prenatal sexual dif ...
... Know the brain regions associated with sexual behaviors in males, females, and both males and females. What does oxytocin do? What hormones and neurotransmitters increase and decrease sexual behavior? What are the events that happen to males, that do not happen to females, during prenatal sexual dif ...
Genetic and Neural Explanations
... anyway. Some also maintain regular contact with their biological parents. This means that the parents may have had an environmental rather than biological impact. ...
... anyway. Some also maintain regular contact with their biological parents. This means that the parents may have had an environmental rather than biological impact. ...
The Myth of “Genetic” Homosexuality By, Dr. Brian Campbell As you
... As you know, I have emphasized the role of “beliefs” in psychopathology. Irrational beliefs (or lies) can have a powerful influence on thinking, emotions, and behavior. One of the most prevalent “lies” regarding homosexuality is that it is genetically based and unchangeable. People in our society ar ...
... As you know, I have emphasized the role of “beliefs” in psychopathology. Irrational beliefs (or lies) can have a powerful influence on thinking, emotions, and behavior. One of the most prevalent “lies” regarding homosexuality is that it is genetically based and unchangeable. People in our society ar ...
Bayesian Advice for Gaydar-based Picking Up
... 18 % in the Rieger et al. (2010) study, where 81 % of targets were categorized correctly (assuming a hit-rate of 81 % and 100 - 81 % = 19 % false alarms). Even with a 90 % hit-rate and only 10 % false alarms, we still only have a probability of 32 % that a gaydar alarm is correct. Finally, with a 95 ...
... 18 % in the Rieger et al. (2010) study, where 81 % of targets were categorized correctly (assuming a hit-rate of 81 % and 100 - 81 % = 19 % false alarms). Even with a 90 % hit-rate and only 10 % false alarms, we still only have a probability of 32 % that a gaydar alarm is correct. Finally, with a 95 ...
Synthesis Intro Workshop
... 4,16‐androstadien‐3‐one (AND) and estra‐1,3,4(10),16‐tetraen‐3‐ol (EST) are both likely components of human pheromones which were studied by Berglund et al., who determined that not only did subjects respond to these pheromones, but they responded differently based on sexual preference (6). AND is a ...
... 4,16‐androstadien‐3‐one (AND) and estra‐1,3,4(10),16‐tetraen‐3‐ol (EST) are both likely components of human pheromones which were studied by Berglund et al., who determined that not only did subjects respond to these pheromones, but they responded differently based on sexual preference (6). AND is a ...
Psychology Group –Biological Approach presentations Name
... Melatonin… Thomas Wehr found that women with SAD secret more melatonin in the winter months than women without SAD. They were also more responsive to natural light. Why is melatonin a factor? ...
... Melatonin… Thomas Wehr found that women with SAD secret more melatonin in the winter months than women without SAD. They were also more responsive to natural light. Why is melatonin a factor? ...
Chapter 3 Nature
... • The two sets form pairs that contain alternate genes for the same traits. • Sometimes, one gene is dominant and “overrides” the recessive gene. ...
... • The two sets form pairs that contain alternate genes for the same traits. • Sometimes, one gene is dominant and “overrides” the recessive gene. ...
Chapter 12 Study Guide
... It has been said that the body's major sex organ is the brain. With regard to sex education: A) transmission of value-free information about the wide range of sexual behaviors should be the primary focus of the educator. B) transmission of technical knowledge about the biological act should be the c ...
... It has been said that the body's major sex organ is the brain. With regard to sex education: A) transmission of value-free information about the wide range of sexual behaviors should be the primary focus of the educator. B) transmission of technical knowledge about the biological act should be the c ...
Ch 9 and 10 Short Answer Questions Short Answer 1. Define
... 1. Define genotype and phenotype and explain what factors are important in the relationship between the two. 2. Define epigenetics, and discuss the concept of genetic predisposition and specify what triggers gene expression. 3. In regard to physical development in infancy and childhood, describe the ...
... 1. Define genotype and phenotype and explain what factors are important in the relationship between the two. 2. Define epigenetics, and discuss the concept of genetic predisposition and specify what triggers gene expression. 3. In regard to physical development in infancy and childhood, describe the ...
BIOLOGICAL INFLUENCES ON GENDER File
... • In the male embryo, the testes are instructed to release testosterone which acts on an area of the brain known as the hypothalamus. Without testosterone, the brain would develop in the female form (Green, 1995). • In the female embryo, hormone release from the ovaries is very slight. ...
... • In the male embryo, the testes are instructed to release testosterone which acts on an area of the brain known as the hypothalamus. Without testosterone, the brain would develop in the female form (Green, 1995). • In the female embryo, hormone release from the ovaries is very slight. ...
A genomewide scan of male sexual orientation
... see Bailey and Pillard 1995). Several family studies report evidence of increased maternal transmission of male homosexuality (Hamer et al. 1993; Rice et al. 1999a), whereas others find no increase relative to paternal transmission (Bailey et al. 1999; McKnight and Malcolm 2000). Twin studies consist ...
... see Bailey and Pillard 1995). Several family studies report evidence of increased maternal transmission of male homosexuality (Hamer et al. 1993; Rice et al. 1999a), whereas others find no increase relative to paternal transmission (Bailey et al. 1999; McKnight and Malcolm 2000). Twin studies consist ...
Title: Chp 3-1 Sexual Reproduction and Meiosis Preview headings
... Name __________________________________ pd ________ ...
... Name __________________________________ pd ________ ...
Evolution, 2e
... 1. Originate by hybridization 2. Exclusively female 3. There is an aberrant gametogenic mechanism – mitotic or meiotic • 4. Genetic recombination is usually absent so that inheritance is clonal. • 5. Polyploidy can occur if synapsis between nonhomologous chromosomes does not have to occur • or if ho ...
... 1. Originate by hybridization 2. Exclusively female 3. There is an aberrant gametogenic mechanism – mitotic or meiotic • 4. Genetic recombination is usually absent so that inheritance is clonal. • 5. Polyploidy can occur if synapsis between nonhomologous chromosomes does not have to occur • or if ho ...
The Evolution of Homosexuality
... This is all really strange to think about… The “homosexual gene” sounds most sensible as it does have support Research is relatively new in looking at homosexuality in animals (reported to be present in more than 200 species of mammals – not exclusive homosexuality though) Could be one or a combinat ...
... This is all really strange to think about… The “homosexual gene” sounds most sensible as it does have support Research is relatively new in looking at homosexuality in animals (reported to be present in more than 200 species of mammals – not exclusive homosexuality though) Could be one or a combinat ...
Sexual Selection
... The waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) is the ratio of the circumference of the waist to that of the hips. It is an indicator of health and a measure of attractiveness. 0.7 is preferred overall, whereas it is 0.6 in China and 0.8 or 0.9 in South America and Africa . ...
... The waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) is the ratio of the circumference of the waist to that of the hips. It is an indicator of health and a measure of attractiveness. 0.7 is preferred overall, whereas it is 0.6 in China and 0.8 or 0.9 in South America and Africa . ...
Moser - University of Lethbridge
... Homosexual and heterosexual men prefer younger partners than homosexual and heterosexual women ...
... Homosexual and heterosexual men prefer younger partners than homosexual and heterosexual women ...
Evidence review on LGBT issues Recruitment, Conversion Therapy, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
... Since several other countries are considering similar legislation, including Kenya, DR Congo, Ghana, and Gambia, and as Nigeria, Russia, and India have already seen significant legal setbacks to LGBT rights, it is important to understand the thinking behind the legislation and the uses of informati ...
... Since several other countries are considering similar legislation, including Kenya, DR Congo, Ghana, and Gambia, and as Nigeria, Russia, and India have already seen significant legal setbacks to LGBT rights, it is important to understand the thinking behind the legislation and the uses of informati ...
Chapter 3 Heredity and Environment
... nurture than nature. As hypotheses tested, nurture was revealed as less crucial sexual orientation may be a matter of nature sexual expression may be a matter of cultural attitude (nurture) but not sexual ...
... nurture than nature. As hypotheses tested, nurture was revealed as less crucial sexual orientation may be a matter of nature sexual expression may be a matter of cultural attitude (nurture) but not sexual ...
Motivation and Emotion
... – Homosexual—sexual attraction for the same sex – Gay—typically used to describe male homosexuals – Lesbian—typically used to describe female homosexuals – Bisexual—sexual attraction for both sexes ...
... – Homosexual—sexual attraction for the same sex – Gay—typically used to describe male homosexuals – Lesbian—typically used to describe female homosexuals – Bisexual—sexual attraction for both sexes ...