Longitudinal analysis of behavior patterns in a captive chimpanzee population

Authors

Amy Augusta Tirone, University of Texas-Pan American

Date of Award

5-2002

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Clinical Psychology

First Advisor

Dr. Valerie James-Aldridge

Second Advisor

Dr. Gary Montgomery

Third Advisor

Dr. Russell Eisenman

Abstract

Data collected over an 11 year period were analyzed for behavioral constancy, reaction to environmental change, and the differential influence of environment and genetics in a group of captive chimpanzees using the framework of the Five Factor Model of Personality. Results suggested environment was a more influential factor in behavioral production, although expected reactions of specific individuals were not evidenced. Improvements upon this research include use of a more chimpanzee-specific personality model and more detailed data collection to support more precise conclusions regarding behavioral etiology.

Comments

Copyright 2002 Amy Augusta Tirone. All Rights Reserved.

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Granting Institution

University of Texas-Pan American