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Our ancestors' survival challenges have influenced presentday mating strategies from "summary" of The Handbook of Evolutionary Psychology, Volume 1 by David M. Buss
Throughout human history, our ancestors faced numerous challenges when it came to survival. These challenges, such as finding food, shelter, and protection from predators, played a significant role in shaping their mating strategies. For example, males who were able to provide resources and protection were more desirable to females, as they increased the chances of survival for both the female and her offspring. This led to the evolution of certain traits in males, such as strength and resourcefulness, that are still valued by females in present-day mating contexts. On the other hand, females who were able to choose mates who could provide resources and protection had a higher chance of successfully raising offspring to adulthood. This led to the evolution of certain traits in females, such as the ability to assess a potential mate's resources and willingness to invest in offspring, th...
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