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Evolutionary mechanisms shaping psychology from "summary" of Evolutionary Psychology by David Buss
Evolution has shaped the human mind in numerous ways, influencing our thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and motivations. These evolutionary mechanisms have played a crucial role in shaping our psychology, helping us navigate the complex social and physical environments in which our ancestors lived. One such mechanism is natural selection, which acts on variation in psychological traits that have a genetic basis. Traits that enhance survival and reproduction are more likely to be passed on to future generations, leading to the evolution of psychological mechanisms that are adaptive in specific environments. Another important evolutionary mechanism is sexual selection, which influences the development of traits related to mating and reproduction. In many species, indivi...
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