Download or read book Behavior Genetic Approaches in Behavioral Medicine written by J. Rick Turner and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-11-21 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leading researchers examine how behavior genetics provides crucial insights into genetic and environmental influences in the development of biobehavioral disorders. These influences are illustrated by using the examples of cardiovascular disease, obesity and eating disorders, alcohol use and abuse, and smoking behavior. Contributors discuss the relevance of molecular genetic approaches and twin and family designs to the complex field of behavior medicine research.