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Are extraverts and introverts born (through genetices) or made (through experience and learning)? Explore and explain.

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The following solution explains how and why extroversion and introversion can be both genetically inherited and a learned behavior.

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Extroverts and introverts can be born and made. Research indicates that for some people traits of introversion are partly inherited. Also other factors are involved:
The type of attachment between a child and caregiver.
Parenting styles ( Specifically whether or not parents encourage their children to actively engage with others.)
Also introversion is ...

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