The nature versus nurture debate is one of the oldest issues in psychology. We explain the question of which is more important: ... The debate centers on the relative contributions of genetic inheritance and environmental factors to human development. read more
Today, the majority of experts believe that both nature and nurture influence behavior and development. However, the issue still rages on in many areas such as in the debate on the origins of homosexuality and influences on intelligence. read more
Thus nature’s partner is nurture, the environmental conditions that influence development. Children’s experiences in the environment affect all aspects of their being, from the health of their bodies to the curiosity of their minds. read more
Nature vs. Nurture in Psychology by Saul McLeod, updated 2015 The nature vs. nurture debate within psychology is concerned with the extent to which particular aspects of behavior are a product of either inherited (i.e., genetic) or acquired (i.e., learned) characteristics. read more