Episode 2 | The Secret Life of Twins (1999)
Robert Winston uses the behavioural similarities exhibited by twins who were separated at birth and reunited in adulthood to examine the influence genes have in shaping personalities.
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Clip Info
- Clip length: 43'56''
- Broadcast year: 1999
Curriculum Connection
- Psychology | Individual Differences Psychology | Twin study of intelligence
Access
Licence: ERA Licence required
Usage
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC One
- Programme: The Secret Life of Twins (1999)
- Episode: 2
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