General Assumption

Definition

The general assumption refers to the belief that all behaviors can be explained by either nature (genetics) or nurture (environmental factors). This assumption suggests that there are no other factors influencing behavior.

Related terms

Multifactorial Perspective: This perspective suggests that behavior is influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and other factors.

Interactionist Approach: This approach emphasizes how nature and nurture interact with each other to shape behavior.

Epigenetics:

Epigenetics examines how gene expression can be influenced by environmental factors without changing the underlying DNA sequence.