PS 406 - Evolutionary Psychology

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Limestone University

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Description:

The primary assumption is that the human mind and human behavioral predispositions have been shaped by the process of natural selection throughout our evolutionary past. Students will examine complex cross cultural issues such as sexual attraction, reproductive strategies, aggression, happiness and child rearing practices from an evolutionary perspective. Theoretical positions and research from evolutionary psychology and related disciplines, such as comparative psychology, physical anthropology, and behavioral ecology will be examined in this course. Prerequisites: Psychology 101, 307 and 317. Credit, 3 hours.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.limestone.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 795-7151

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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