This topic has a long queue to debate, genetic studies are complex universes yet to be discovered, they can contribute a lot about predispositions to certain diseases, but in my opinion, I am more skeptical about certain "predispositions" that correspond more to social contexts, Education is a good example of that, since for a long time they have been very rigid institutions that literally repel those who do not adapt to their structure, largely squandering all the potential that underlies the diversity of characters.
On the other hand, although I have always fled to deterministic explanations and predispositions, based on that maxim of Sartre's Existentialism that says: “existence precedes essence” now that I am a father, I can also observe in my daughter aptitudes and interests marked on certain types of issues, many of which are beyond our range of influence as parents, for which I really think of genuine interests that are also shaping their personality. Will these skills hold onto your genetic information? Are traces of its essence? It could be probable.
As usual, very interesting post! Regards!!
I agree, which is why I mentioned the "current" system - as this could change. The education system itself is something that I am and have been highly critical of for a very long time.
If we look at something like identical twins who's DNA start to diverge from birth - I am guessing that our "environmental exposure" and behavior could affect over time. Some of this could even become heritable later, as there is a correlation for example of obesity from parents to children, if conceived while the parents were fat. I don't know if I explained that well :D
We like to think that we as parents can nurture a better child and this is likely true to some extent, but that extent is still unknown and likely, the genetics play a larger role. For an extreme example, parents who abuse a child could encourage a strength in that child that might not have existed otherwise, whereas the same abuse applied to another child might destroy them psychologically. The difference is likely some kind of genetic predisposition that gives one child an advantage in this terrible situation over the other.
Then, if parents are able to pay attention, identify the interests/strengths of their children and support their development, they can support a high level of predispositioned skill attainment, plus support their child in who they naturally are. Education systems don't give a crap about who children are, they have predifined content and selection criteria because they aren't trying to empower the child, they are trying to fill employment slots.
Thanks for adding your thoughts on this - it is all a fascinating area to investigate and discuss and could lead to some people improving their parenting style for a better outcome for their child - instead of better grades at school.
I understand your point very well with this example, and just the cases of resilience highlight this, I would advocate a mixed response between the biological (genetic) and cultural aspects that after all I do not think they are so separate, and now with the advances in genetic studies will be more interrelated.
Totally agree with this! It is probably one of the first problems to be overcome today by humanity.
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