This introductory textbook on behavior genetics is a refection of recent trends in the fields of biological psychology and behavioral pharmacology, and should help students in those disciplines acquire a more thorough understanding of subjects such as DNA, RNA, chromosomes, genes, heritability, environmental influences and genetic counseling. Bazzett (psychology, U. of New York at Geneseo) has written this textbook as a direct response to the high volume of research generated and inspired by the Human Genome Project, and strives to condense this increasingly broad and varied field of studies to its basics so that students will be encouraged to explore specific applications. The role of genetics in behavioral and primary cognitive disorders is also examined in depth. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)