Understanding the development of adult behavior requires examining the complex interaction between biological predispositions and environmental influences. Although genetic traits such as impulsiveness or emotional reactivity may increase vulnerability to certain behavioral outcomes, these predispositions are not without environmental context. Family environment, socioeconomic status, and peer influence may either amplify or mitigate biological risk factors, yet the mechanisms through which these variables interact remain less understood. The problem addressed in this study is the lack of clarity regarding how environmental factors shape the genetic predispositions in adult behavioral outcomes.
