Blueprint by Robert Plomin Summary
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DNA shapes us more than we think. In "Blueprint," renowned geneticist Robert Plomin reveals how genes account for half our psychological traits. Sparking fierce academic debate, this controversial bestseller challenges conventional wisdom: What if parenting matters less than we've been led to believe?
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The Genetic Revolution That Changes Everything
What if I told you that scientists can now predict a child's future intelligence, personality traits, and mental health risks from a simple DNA sample? This isn't a dystopian fantasy-it's happening right now. For decades, we've operated under a comforting assumption: we are what we learn, shaped by parents, teachers, and experiences. But groundbreaking research in behavioral genetics reveals something far more complex and controversial. DNA accounts for roughly 50% of the psychological differences between us-not just our eye color or height, but our intelligence, personality, even our political leanings. This discovery has ignited fierce debates in education, parenting, and policy circles, forcing us to rethink everything we thought we knew about human potential and equality.
Genes Shape More Than We Ever Imagined
The Science Behind the Findings
Growing Into Our Genetic Selves
The Abnormal Is Simply the Extreme
Your DNA Blueprint Arrives
Embracing Our Genetic Humanity
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