Parental Socioeconomic Status Moderates Genetic Influences on Cognitive Ability in a Diverse Sample of Young Adults

Abstract

Cognitive ability is an important predictor of multiple life outcomes including educational attainment and better health. And while cognitive ability is heritable, there are significant environmental influences that moderate... [ view full abstract ]

Authors

  1. Peter Barr (Virginia Commonwealth University)
  2. Jeanne Savage (Virginia Commonwealth University)
  3. Kenneth Kendler (Virginia Commonwealth University)
  4. Danielle Dick (Virginia Commonwealth University)

Topic Area

Cognition: Education, Intelligence, Memory, Attention

Session

3C-OS » SES and Outcomes (15:30 - Thursday, 29th June, Forum)

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