Do you know your genes and environment have a chit-chat with each other? You're not just a product of your genes or your surroundings, but a cool mix of both. Let's dive into this fascinating phenomenon!

This is like a secret handshake between your genes and the environment. Here's how they interact:

Passive Gene-Environment Correlation (passive rGE)

• What is it? Parents give you genes and also shape your environment.
• Real-world example: Imagine your parents are perfectionists. They might pass on a "stressy" gene and raise you in a high-pressure home, making you more prone to stress.

Evocative Gene-Environment Correlation (evocative rGE)

• What is it? Your genes can influence how people respond to you.
• Real-world example: A shy gene might cause others to pay you less attention, while an extroverted gene might get you more attention at parties.

Active Gene-Environment Correlation (active rGE

• What is it? You may pick environments that suit your genes.
• Real-world example: If you're predisposed to depression, you might find yourself in tough situations that make success harder (also called "niche-picking").

Key Point: What we think is environmental may have a genetic twist to it. Surprise!