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Biological roots of human behavior from "summary" of Evolutionary Psychology by David Buss
Human behavior is not solely a product of culture, learning, or socialization. Instead, it has deep biological roots that have been shaped by the process of evolution. Evolutionary psychology seeks to understand the ways in which our behavior has been influenced by our genetic heritage, inherited from our ancestors over millions of years. The basic premise of evolutionary psychology is that the human mind, like the human body, is a product of adaptation through natural selection. Just as physical traits such as bipedalism, opposable thumbs, and the ability to speak have evolved to enhance our survival and reproductive success, so too have our psychological mechanisms evolved to help us navigate the complex social world in which we live. One key insight of evolutionary psychology is that many aspects ...
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