Evolutionary Psychology (2nd Edition)
Evolutionary Psychology (2nd Edition) by Steven J. C. Gaulin, published by Pearson in 2003, offers a comprehensive exploration of how evolutionary principles apply to various psychological phenomena. This edition, comprising 416 pages, is designed for readers new to the field, providing a clear foundation in modern evolutionary theory and its relevance to understanding human behavior.
In this book, each chapter focuses on a specific topic, demonstrating how an evolutionary perspective can shed light on behaviors shaped by challenges faced by our ancestors. The authors, drawing from psychology and anthropology, systematically apply evolutionary concepts to areas such as learning, cognition, perception, emotion, and development. This approach makes it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of human evolution and the psychological mechanisms that influence behavior.
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The second edition of Evolutionary Psychology is the only book on the market that shows the relevance of evolutionary thinking to the entire range of psychological phenomena, and it does so at a level appropriate for readers new to the field. Each chapter deals with a particular topic by illustrating how an evolutionary approach illuminates behavior as a response to problems faced by humans in our evolutionary past. The authors—representing the disciplines of both psychology and anthropology—present their material traditionally: they first provide the foundation for understanding the fundamentals of modern evolutionary theory; then systematically apply this theory to learning, cognition, perception, emotion, development, pathology, and more. For any reader interested in a richer understanding of human behavior and the psychological mechanisms that underlie it.
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