Physiology of Motivated Behaviors
Epigenetics is the study of changes in gene expression or cellular phenotype that do not involve alterations to the underlying DNA sequence. This concept highlights how environmental factors, lifestyle choices, and experiences can influence gene activity and subsequently affect behavior and health across generations, making it significant for understanding both historical perspectives in genetics and the biological basis of social behavior.
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