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Provides an overview of research methods and their application to the study of behavioral and psychiatric genetics. Introduces necessary concepts in molecular and population genetics. Studies designs and analytic methods used to investigate the genetic contribution to human behavior and its disturbances. Includes the following: family, twin, and adoption studies to evaluate the extent of genetic contribution; segregation studies to determine the mode of inheritance; linkage and association studies to map genes; and other epidemiological designs to elucidate gene-by-environment interactions. Illustrates through examples of real studies. Familiarizes with our current understanding of the role genetic factors play in human behavior, its disturbances, and how our research may further that understanding.