How can I argue that both nature and nurture play a part in determining personality?

We know that genes have an effect on our physical body and can even lead to tendencies like the tendency to be aggressive or the tendency to develop some physical diseases. But with the right nurture our genetic make up can be positively influenced. Kids who have the genetic tendency for aggressive behavior can be influenced by positive or negative reinforcement and shaping. So if you reinforce a positive behavior in a child in giving attention or warmth, most likely the child will repeat the positive behavior, despite some genetic tendencies. Wikipedia might give you more detailed answers. Look under behavior therapy as well
 
well...in my opinion i think nurture is 95% and nature 5% that play a part in personality
 
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