Evolutionary Psychology: Understanding Human Behavior

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What is the primary goal of evolutionary psychology?

To understand how the human mind has been shaped over time by genetic factors (correct)

To study the human mind in isolation from evolutionary factors

To explore the impact of technological advancements on the human mind

To examine the influence of cultural factors on human behavior

Which question does evolutionary psychology aim to answer about the human mind?

How can the human mind be isolated from genetic influences?

What are the direct effects of cultural factors on the human mind?

How does the human mind interact with non-biological components?

Why is the human mind designed the way it is? (correct)

What are adaptations in evolutionary psychology?

Random solutions to problems that hinder successful reproduction

Technological advancements that improve reproductive success

Evolved solutions to specific problems that contribute to successful reproduction (correct)

Cultural norms that dictate reproductive behaviors

What does evolutionary psychology seek to explain about social behavior?

How social behavior can be explained in terms of genetic factors shaped by natural selection Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the question 'How does the current environment interact with the mind's design to produce behavior' in evolutionary psychology?

The relationship between environmental input and the mind's design in producing observable behavior Signup and view all the answers

What are the criteria for determining an adaptation?

Reliability in development, efficiency in solving adaptive problems, and economy in terms of resource use Signup and view all the answers

In Darwin's theory of sexual selection, what explains traits like the peacock's tail?

Intersexual selection (female choice) and intrasexual competition (male-male combat) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'top-down' hypothesis testing strategy based on?

Starting with a theory and moving down to specific predictions Signup and view all the answers

What does De Catanzaro’s Theory of Suicide suggest is most likely to lead to suicide?

A significantly reduced ability to contribute to one's own inclusive fitness Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that influence suicidal ideation according to the text?

Perceived burdensomeness to family, sexual activity, success in heterosexual relations, and physical health Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary goal of evolutionary psychology?

Which question does evolutionary psychology aim to answer about the human mind?

What are adaptations in evolutionary psychology?

What does evolutionary psychology seek to explain about social behavior?

What is the focus of the question 'How does the current environment interact with the mind's design to produce behavior' in evolutionary psychology?

What are the criteria for determining an adaptation?

In Darwin's theory of sexual selection, what explains traits like the peacock's tail?

What is the 'top-down' hypothesis testing strategy based on?

What does De Catanzaro’s Theory of Suicide suggest is most likely to lead to suicide?

What are some factors that influence suicidal ideation according to the text?

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