A biased survey and interpretation of the nature-nurture literature

Journal/Book: Behav Brain Sci. 1998; 21: 40 West 20TH Street, New York, NY 10011-4211. Cambridge Univ Press. 415.

Abstract: This commentary samples some of the major bodies of counter-evidence omitted by Howe et al., including the strong relationship between IQ and academic excellence, the limited effects of early stimulation programs, and the measurement of musical aptitudes. The authors selective review and analysis of the surveyed literature, especially studies of prodigies and in behavioral genetics, is discussed.

Note: Editorial Gagne F, Univ Quebec, Dept Psychol, Montreal, PQ H3C 3P8, CANADA

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