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Do parents really matter

Do Parents Really Matter? By Annie M. PaulPsychology Today, Vol. 31, no. 1, pp. 46-49,78Psychologists now believe that a childs personality is determined primarily bytheir genetic make-up. After a twelve year study by David Reiss, M.D., parents arebelieved to have little effect on the outcome of their child.As well as genetics, environment plays a tremendous role in a childs personality.A childs appearance (genetics) may bring about a reaction from others (environment). Children that may appear to others as homely would get a negative type of reaction fromthe outside world, as opposed to a beautiful child that would be constantly complimented,raved about, and receiving affection from others. This negative reaction can bring about apoor person-to-environment match that can lead to diminished mental health, devreasedmotivation, and a rebellious, anti-social behavior. (47)Parents do have some effect on their children. They influence their childrensbehavior with their own reactions. For example, some infants may be slower than others. A disappointed parent may give up on the infant, showing little interest. On its own, theinfant may become withdrawn and fail to make crucial connections. Parents canencourage and promote good attitudes by exposing their children to many things. Indoing so, a child can pick and choose what he/she may like best. In conclusion, childrenmust make the best of what nature provided them with.I found this article interesting because of its controversy to many beliefs. For themost part, I have always thought that parents played a huge role in the outcome of theirchildren. My general view has broadened since reading this article. I now believe thatgenetics play a major role in developing personalities....

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