Behavioral genetics
Author(s)
Bibliographic Information
Behavioral genetics
Worth Publishers, c2008
5th ed
Available at / 9 libraries
-
No Libraries matched.
- Remove all filters.
Note
Other authors: John C. DeFries, Gerald E. McClearn, Peter McGuffin
Includes bibliographical references (p. [423]-502) and indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This book provides an updated and expanded overview of human and animal behavioural genetics.It is a new revision with over 25 per cent new material and over 800 new references. It includes a innovative new integrated chapter 'Pathways Between Genes and Behavior'. It provides 'Engaging new 'Close-Up' portraits of scientists working in the field.This book provides an engaging and clear overview of human and animal behavioral genetics. Thoroughly revised, the fifth edition has over 25 per cent new material; three new chapters, including a new and innovative integrated chapter 'Pathways Between Genes and Behavior'; over 800 new references, and new 'Close-Up' portraits of scientists working in the field.
Table of Contents
Overview Mendel's Laws of Heredity Beyond Mendel's Laws DNA: The Basis of Heredity Nature, Nurture and Behavior Identifying Genes Cognitive Disabilities General Cognitive Ability Specific Cognitive Abilities Schizophrenia Other Adult Psychopathology Developmental Psychopathology Personality and Personality Disorders Health Psychology and Aging Pathways between Genes and Behavior The Interplay between Genes and Environment Evolution and Behavior The Future of Behavioral Genetics
by "Nielsen BookData"