The genetic basis of personality refers to the idea that certain traits and characteristics, such as intelligence or temperament, are influenced by an individual's genetic makeup.
Related terms
Heritability: Heritability is the extent to which individual differences in a trait can be attributed to genetic factors. It measures how much variation in a trait is due to genetics rather than environmental influences.
Twin Studies: Twin studies involve comparing similarities between identical (monozygotic) twins and fraternal (dizygotic) twins to determine the relative contributions of genetics and environment on specific traits or characteristics.
Gene-environment interaction: This term refers to the interplay between an individual's genes and their environment, where both factors influence each other in shaping an individual's personality or behavior.