Examining Genetics and Parental Influence on a Child’s Behavior

by Denise N. Fyffe

Baby Resting atop Sleeping Mother

The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. The older I get the more I learn and the more stories I hear of my parent’s past that make me go, “OH! I see where I get that from.”

Like my mother.

Not until her golden years, have I realized how much of a ‘trubblemekker’ she is. I have learned some other vital details.

Like her, I will not open my mouth to argue with someone. I will look at you, watch and remain quiet. To me, I was simply not engaging so I don’t say bad things and have to repent later. In actuality, I was simply reacting as how my mom would.

Yay! genetics rule! My parents’ influence on this child’s behavior is surely quite prevalent.

I found this out when I complained to my mom about the harassment I endured at work from my boss. She proceeded to tell an antidote. which had me cracking up about my aunt cussing her out, when I was one week old; but she then exclaimed, “Look how dis ooman just a tan up a look pan me jezaz!”

Thirty-three years later, my boss exclaims after another round of nitpicking, harassment, and scolding: “I am tired of this, all I get from you is static, not a word!”.

Yes, that’s my mother’s genes right there.

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About the writer:
Denise N. Fyffe is a published author of over 40 books, for more than ten years, and enjoys volunteering as a Counselor. She is a trainer, publisher, author, and writing mentor; helping others to achieve their dreams.

Check out her book The Caribbean Family

The family is the genesis of all societies. Every culture has its distinct rules by which a family is governed, and the Caribbean family is no exception. Those rules differ within each group; for the Indians, Chinese, and Africans. Making up most of the population in the Caribbean, African families have spawned several sub-units or types; some of which are unique to the African culture. This book explores each family type and their history within the Caribbean.

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