Genetics Appears to Play a Role in Not Only the Transmission

question 54

Multiple Choice

Genetics appears to play a role in not only the transmission of physical traits, such as height and eye color, but also in

• A) one's willingness to work hard to achieve their goals.
• B) personality traits such as shyness and anxiety.
• C) socioeconomic status.
• D) culture.

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Definitions:

Role Transitions

The process of changing from one role to another in life, which can involve significant personal adjustment and may affect one's identity or social status.

SSRI

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, a class of drugs often prescribed for depression and anxiety by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.

Manic State

A period of extremely high energy, activity, and often euphoria, associated with bipolar disorder, which can impair day-to-day functioning.

Mood Disorder

A psychological disorder characterized by the elevation or lowering of a person's mood, such as depression or bipolar disorder.