Is There a Gene for Happiness

Synopsis: A programme in 3 parts. As our knowledge of the human genome increases, so does press speculation about the influence that genes may have on our lives and behaviour. Is there a gene for mathematical ability or sporting prowess or criminality - or happiness? Professor David Cove examines these ideas in a three part illustrated lecture. Using two genetically inherited conditions, Phyloketonuria and Type 1 Diabetes, he describes how these are passed on from parents to children and examines how we can change our environment to influence this genetic impact. He demonstrates that the way we are is the product of a complex interplay of genes and environment and that it is impossible to attribute a particular character trait to a single gene.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of production: 2004
Subjects: Biology; Psychology
Keywords: behavioural psychology; genetics

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