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On modeling the shared environment.
American journal of epidemiology - 7 May 2026
Asefa Henok, Brustad Hilde K, Næss Øyvind Erik, Thelle Dag S, Holst René
Abstract excerpt
The shared environment is a key component in estimating the heritability of phenotypic traits from familial data. Unlike the genetic components, defined by the kinship parameters, the shared environment stems from complex, latent processes that vary in nature and impact across traits. This concept is intricate, encompassing latent variables and ambiguous interpretations that differ across scientific disciplines....
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