Interact

Definition

Interact refers to the dynamic relationship between genetics and environment, where both factors influence and affect each other in child physical development.

Related terms

Nature vs. Nurture: The ongoing debate about the relative importance of genetics (nature) versus environmental factors (nurture) in shaping human behavior and development.

Gene-environment interaction: The idea that genetic predispositions can be influenced or modified by environmental factors, resulting in unique developmental outcomes.

Epigenetics:

The study of changes in gene expression caused by modifications to DNA without altering the underlying genetic code.