New research conducted by Swedish scientists raises questions about the genetic background of affairs. In their research, they have found that some genetic variations (AVPR1A) have influenced the bonding of voles. Their research has found that genetic variations can explain some difficulties they have in bonding. The researchers are wondering if it has applications for human behaviors. The rodent behavior noticed in the voles, raises some questions for understanding human behaviors.
Genetic researchers have found that that same gene (AVPR1A) has some correlations with human behaviors. Variations in that gene have been found linked to aggression, age of 1st intercourse, and altruism. The part of the brain that is often stimulated by the gene is the amygdala. Ironically, this same part of the brain is a large component of sexual addictions.
The research does not let infidels off the hook. In the event that some linkage is found between the gene and adultery (or the ability to bond), the question then arises, which came first…the adultery or the change in the gene? Researchers have found that human behavior can change brain chemistry. Our choices do make a difference in how we behave, and how we feel. Animals act based on urges, as humans, we have choice. Even if a genetic basis is found, humans still have can choose whether to act on their urge or not.
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Jeff Murrah
