
Families often say the phrases 'just like your mum' or 'you get that from your dad,' but these words can have real scientific basis according to new research.
Humans are shaped by many things, including genetics and the environment you grew up in. Those who grew up in a big family are said to develop certain traits, while adults who were lonely children potentially take on a different set of characteristics. Families often banter over the traits passed on by your parents - debating who is responsible for your short-sightedness or competing over who influenced intelligence.