Question 1

Does the book claim that genomes control human destiny?

Accepted Answer

No. It challenges the idea that people are controlled by genes in general, noting that genetic discoveries do not support that view.

Question 2

How does the book explain the relationship between genes and behavior?

Accepted Answer

Genetic variation can influence behavioral differences to varying degrees. Predispositions to certain ways of behaving can be affected at a molecular level by particular genes.

Question 3

When does genetic determinism play a stronger role?

Accepted Answer

Genetic determinism becomes more important in various medical conditions, notably some psychiatric syndromes.

Question 4

What has the greatest influence on how people think about genetic findings?

Accepted Answer

Worldviews beyond science have a far greater impact on how people think the latest genetic discoveries should, or should not, be applied.