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Mate selection is influenced by evolved psychological mechanisms from "summary" of Evolutionary Psychology by David M. Buss
Mate selection is influenced by evolved psychological mechanisms that have been shaped by natural selection over thousands of generations. These mechanisms are designed to solve adaptive problems that our ancestors faced in the mating domain, such as choosing a mate who will enhance reproductive success. One key mechanism that influences mate selection is the preference for physical attractiveness. Evolutionary psychologists argue that physical attractiveness signals important information about an individual's genetic quality, health, and fertility. For example, features like clear skin, symmetrical faces, and a waist-to-hip ratio of about 0.7 are universally considered attractive because they are indicators of good health and fertility. Another evolved psychological mechanism th...
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