#evolutionary-psychology

#evolutionary-psychology

In a media-saturated world, the reliance on secondhand information, once a survival mechanism, now leads to the rapid spread of falsehoods across social media.

Beliefs are shaped by evolved biases, rather than solely by logic or evidence. Cultural and developmental factors influence inherent cognitive tendencies, which in turn impact how we form opinions.

Research conducted by Buss and colleagues illustrates a universal preference for kindness in romantic partners across various cultures, suggesting kindness is crucial for long-term relationships.

Girls often seem to have a knack for thinking things through, keeping their cool, and mapping out a plan before they act. This ability is rooted in evolutionary demands for survival.

Gambling has a universal appeal, ranging from casinos to childhood games, from lottery tickets to crypto trading. It taps into our evolved instinct to take risks in pursuit of potential rewards.

"The notion that lasting peace can be maintained through military readiness creates cognitive dissonance, reflecting a struggle between aggression and social harmony."

Before the advent of agriculture, all humans were nomadic, living outside in stable groups, and this influences modern understanding of education.

Seeing others as "less than human" is a deeply unfortunate part of our evolved psychology, underlying much of today's ethnocentrism and racism.

From an evolutionary perspective, humans are hard-wired to avoid rejection, which often causes deep emotional pain, significant for our social survival.

Researchers have discovered that as men age, their levels of disgust increase, potentially helping them avoid contaminants as physical vulnerability rises.