Born Together—Reared Apart

Born Together—Reared Apart
Author: Nancy L. Segal
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2012-06-18
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0674065158


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The Minnesota Study of Twins Reared Apart startled scientists by demonstrating that twins reared apart are as alike, across a number of personality traits and other measures, as those raised together, suggesting that genetic influence is pervasive. Segal offers an overview of the study’s scientific contributions and effect on public consciousness.