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Commentary: Networks of peers, genes, and explanations – reflections on Szekely et al. (2016)
Author(s) -
O'Connor Thomas G.
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
journal of child psychology and psychiatry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.652
H-Index - 211
eISSN - 1469-7610
pISSN - 0021-9630
DOI - 10.1111/jcpp.12536
Subject(s) - psychology , behavioural genetics , twin study , developmental psychology , cognitive psychology , evolutionary biology , biology , heritability
Much has been learned about the origins and effects of peer relationships on the health and well‐being of children, adolescents, and adults. This commentary on Szekely et al. examines the role of genetics research on peer relationships, and the arising methodological and conceptual questions. Research findings on the genetics of peer networks illustrate how genetic influences may shape complex and dynamic phenotypes. Equally complex is the application of these findings for theory and practice.