gene-culture mismatch
Gene-culture mismatch refers to the discord or incongruity that arises when certain genetic traits or predispositions are not well-adapted to the cultural or environmental context in which they are expressed, leading to suboptimal outcomes or a lack of fit between an individual's biology and their cultural practices.
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