PSY 266 - Evolutionary Psychology

Examines the impact of evolved behavioral adaptations on the thinking and behavior of contemporary humans. Evolutionary psychology is an interdisciplinary topic that links psychology, anthropology and biology. Begins with a brief overview of heredity and evolutionary theory and then discusses theory and research on evolutionary factors that influence human learning and thinking motivation and emotion, and social behavior such as cooperation and competition, mate-selection and parenting behavior.

Prerequisites: PSY 100.

Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Credits: 3