Stability of behavioral traits within the framework of neural plasticity

Stability of behavioral traits within the framework of neural plasticity

Lifelines supports the theme that behavioral development is a fluid, life-long phenomenon. In contrast, many emotional and cognitive traits are subject to strong genetic influence, and are highly stable over many years. The manner in which neuroplasticity and trait stability cooccur needs to be mode...

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Veröffentlicht in:The Behavioral and brain sciences 1999-10, Vol.22 (5), p.891-892
1. Verfasser: Depue, Richard A.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Behavior
Criticism
Genes
Genetics
Influence
Neurology
Open Peer Commentary
Personal development
Rose: Lifelines
Theory
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Zusammenfassung:Lifelines supports the theme that behavioral development is a fluid, life-long phenomenon. In contrast, many emotional and cognitive traits are subject to strong genetic influence, and are highly stable over many years. The manner in which neuroplasticity and trait stability cooccur needs to be modeled. An outline of such a model is provided to promote discussion of this complex issue.
ISSN:0140-525X
1469-1825
DOI:10.1017/S0140525X99292205