Human Genetics, 10th Edition, (Lewis)

Chapter 8: Genetics of Behavior

Learning Outcomes


8.1

 

Genes and Behavior

1.

  

Identify the physical basis of behavioral traits in the brain.

2.

  

Discuss the difficulties in analyzing behavioral traits and disorders.

3.

  

Explain how genetics may be used to better understand behavioral disorders.

8.2

 

Eating Disorders; 8.3 Sleep; 8.4 Intelligence; 8.5 Drug Addiction; 8.6 Mood Disorders; 8.7 Schizophrenia; 8.8 Autism

4.

  

Discuss the genetic and environmental influences on eating disorders, sleep, intelligence, addiction, mood, schizophrenia, and autism.

8.9

 

How Are Behavioral Disorders Related?

5.

  

Explain how autism, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia may be related.

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