Comment by Filligree

9 months ago

> This strongly suggests that genetics definitely slips a thumb on the scale, but ultimately we are able to also impact our personal behavior.

If it's 30-60% heritable, that leaves 70-40% to split between personal decisions and environment. It does not guarantee that personal decisions matter much at all...

That is why I said "strongly suggests" instead of "guarantees".

And then further followed up with a link to research showing that it is, in fact, possible to change. With advice on how to change it.

  • What would be the upper bound of the effect of heritability where responsibility is no longer assumed?