The nature vs. nurture debate, long contested by philosophers and scientists alike, is of special interest tothose charged with the responsibility of raising kids in a complicated, ever-changing world. While today's mothers and fathers must navigate the same child-rearing seas as their own parents did, they must alsocontend with the wide range of conflicting theory and advice recently generated by this volatile issue. Thankfully, in the face of a bewildering array of often-contradictory parental maps, …showed first 75 words of 733 total…

…showed last 75 words of 733 total…genetics and our peer relationships than any social connection we might have had with our parents. Harris is quick to tell us that this does not mean that parents are off the hook. As the final controllers of their childrens' environments, they must make many important decisions, including where to raise them and how to manage their activities to best reach their potential. Love them, guide them, watch them grow. Maybe it is that simple.