What makes everyone unique? This is a difficult question due to the many similarities that can be identified between people. Nevertheless we are all different due to many different influences each of us is exposed to. Through the study of psychology we are able to identify different influences that result in phenotypes or personality traits. These influences are divided into three groups; biological, psychological and socio-cultural influences. This is the basis of the nature and nurture model of human development. One trait I find very dominant within myself is being family oriented. Many influences combined have resulted in the expression of this trait and it’s importance to me. In this essay I will explore and evaluate the development of a family oriented mindset through the biopsychosocial approach with examples specific to my environment.
Biology plays an important role in the development of personality, physical traits etc.This is done through genes passed on from parents. …show more content…
As explained above the interaction of biological (genetic) influences and socio-cultural factors may result in a specific trait. An example would be a genetic predisposition towards having close family bonds due to a history of proximity and shared struggle combined with the societal pressure to grow with strong bonds to family may result in being family-oriented. Being family-oriented may be a result of childhood experiences such as growing up with constant interaction with family members and emphasis on family bonding. However, this trait may also be something that grows over time as a result of beliefs, feelings or expectations. Religion (Christianity in my case) may expect both men and women to get married and have children, and this may play an important part in psychologically conditioning an individual to be
Biology plays an important role in the development of personality, physical traits etc.This is done through genes passed on from parents. …show more content…
As explained above the interaction of biological (genetic) influences and socio-cultural factors may result in a specific trait. An example would be a genetic predisposition towards having close family bonds due to a history of proximity and shared struggle combined with the societal pressure to grow with strong bonds to family may result in being family-oriented. Being family-oriented may be a result of childhood experiences such as growing up with constant interaction with family members and emphasis on family bonding. However, this trait may also be something that grows over time as a result of beliefs, feelings or expectations. Religion (Christianity in my case) may expect both men and women to get married and have children, and this may play an important part in psychologically conditioning an individual to be