What is the evil gene called?

MAOA gene
An example of a so-called “evil gene” might be the low activity MAOA gene. MAOA is a neurotransmitter in the brain and some research has suggested that those males who have low levels of the substance are particularly vulnerable to the effects of being maltreated when young.

Are kids born kind?

Humans are certainly born with a capacity to be kind — even leaning toward kindness in many situations. We have neurons in our brains, called mirror neurons, and they respond in the same way when we experience pain, say by being pricked with a needle, as they do when we see someone else experience the same thing.

Are humans born evil or born good?

We are not living in a fantasy world here time to open your eyes and realize this fact. Obviously, humans born evil. In Les Miserables, Jean Valjean steals the silver of the bishop because of humans’ innate desire of possession. But the bishop forgives him, and tells him to use these silver to do something good.

Do good and evil exist in the real world?

This of course leads to the conclusion that good and evil aren’t scientific and, therefore, don’t exist in the actual world; but, for most people, this answer is unsatisfying. Since there are people, and there are value judgements, I must conceive of a different answer.

Is there a difference between human nature and evil?

Humans are noted for their desire to understand and influence their environment, seeking to explain and manipulate phenomena through science, philosophy, mythology, and religion. Moral training says yes. Evil is any departure from good, so if there is any standard of right behavior, then any deviation from that standard is evil.

Can some people have a normal childhood and still commit evil acts?

There are some people that have had a completely normal childhood, but still commit evil acts. Some people may say it’s down to the upbringing, but if it was then how come some people commit evil acts, but their sibling, who had exactly the same upbringing, doesn’t?