Based on the unit’s readings, the post will explain how genetics and epigenetics affect people, their interactions, understanding the kinds of perceptions and judgments people have about others, cultures, and populations; additionally, how public policy, government benefits, corporate structure, and other systemic structures can be changed (if needed), and explain how people values can change or be modified to make room for a new understanding of epigenetics. Finally, it will describe how the Haitian culture explains heritability (genetics and epigenetics). According to Spielman (2017), “Psychological researchers study genetics to better understand the biological factors that contribute to certain behaviors. While all humans share certain …show more content…
n.d. p. 5). For instance, in Haitian culture, one of the customary practices is to serve “ Joumou Soup” every New Year’s Day to celebrate Independence Day, and this has been a tradition since January 1804. “Joumou soup is a traditional Haitian pumpkin soup made with vegetables, plantains, meat, pasta, and spices” (UNESCO, 2021, para. 1). The adage of the adage. The reason for this is that “Joumou soup” was a special dish “only reserved for the slave owners and special guests” before the independence, by eating this dish, the Haitians believed it to be a sign of liberty from slavery (Visit Haiti, 2024, para.10). Therefore, this dish has remained a ritual in every Haitian home to prepare “Joumou Soup” in their homes for generations. It would be a shame if a household did not prepare this meal on New Year’s Day on purpose, that is why, sharing a meal is a huge custom during this day where people also take the opportunity to reconcile. It is not solely the meal that has been considered an oral tradition for several generations, but understanding the heritability of being a proud and independent nation that influences how people act, think, and develop their personalities. In conclusion, learning how people are unique is a key way to understand different opinions and views. Also, studies in cultural psychology speak of “folk knowledge” which is considered an oral tradition that influences how people’s personalities are perceived. Therefore, this unit on genetics and epigenetics has helped to understand the importance of people’s