Nature vs. Nurture: Understanding Personality Development

What is the central question in the nature versus nurture debate?

• Whether personality is influenced by diet or exercise

• Whether personality is affected by education or occupation

• Whether personality is shaped by genes or environment

• Whether personality is determined by age or gender

Which theory suggests that species evolve over time due to environmental pressures?

• Behaviorism

• Humanism

• Cognitive Psychology

• Evolutionary Psychology

What is the significance of studying identical twins in understanding personality?

• To assess the role of education in personality development

• To explore the effects of age on personality

• To differentiate between genetic and environmental influences

• To determine the impact of diet on personality

Which gene is associated with thrill-seeking behavior?

• MAO-A gene

• Oxytocin receptor gene

• Dopamine 4 receptor gene

• Serotonin transporter gene

What was the impact of Phineas Gage's accident on his personality?

• He developed a fear of heights

• He became more aggressive and used profane language

• He lost his memory

• He became more introverted

How can changes in brain chemistry affect personality?

• By changing dietary preferences

• By affecting language skills

• By altering physical appearance

• By influencing decision-making and reactions

What does the principle of neuroplasticity suggest about the brain?

• The brain is unaffected by environmental changes

• The brain can rewire itself and change personality

• The brain's chemistry is solely determined by genetics

• The brain's structure is fixed and unchangeable

What analogy is used to describe the relationship between nature and nurture?

• A bird building a nest

• Ingredients in a cake

• A river flowing to the sea

• A tree growing in a forest

According to the video, what is the role of culture in shaping personality?

• Culture only affects personality in childhood

• Culture solely determines personality

• Culture has no impact on personality

• Culture influences personality alongside genetics

What is the main takeaway from the nature versus nurture debate?

• Both nature and nurture contribute to personality development

• Nurture is the sole determinant of personality

• Nature is the sole determinant of personality

• Personality is entirely unpredictable