- Title: Equinox: Double Identity
- Date: 28th August 2002
- Summary: By using sets of twins,research has moved closer to defining whether it is genes or environment which determines characteristics. This film shows the work done and the suggestion that it is genes which are the determining factor. Prof Robert Plomin of the Institute of Psychiatry and Prof David Lykken,University of Minnesota,contribute.
- Description:SEE RECORD 128471 FOR SHOTLIST Everyone knows that features and some mental characteristics are defined by genes. But the extent to which genetics rather than environment determine personalities has long been a source of debate. Results from research into the shared characteristics of twins has come closer than ever to finding a definitive solution to this question. The importance of random forces such as luck and fate have been questioned while evidence suggests that intelligence,personality,propensity for drug-abuse,and even the extent of political and religious beliefs is genetically based. Equinox travels to Twinsburg USA to delve into this fascinating and informative line of research. In the study of twins seperated at birth the film emerges with some amazing facts from the nature versus nurture debate.
- Broadcaster:Channel 4
- Collection: Channel 4
- Genre:Documentary and Factual
- Producer:Fulcrum Productions Ltd.
- Programme Episode:Episode 1
- Transmission Date:28/08/2002
- Rights:On Request
- Decade: 2000s