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#478 Cari Goetz: Mate Preferences, Mate Value, the EEA, and Evolutionary Mismatch

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Understanding Evolutionary Adaptedness and Mating Strategies

This chapter examines the environment of evolutionary adaptedness (EEA) and its relevance to human evolution and behavior. It critiques the notion of a singular EEA, highlighting variations across different populations and the evolutionary mismatch affecting modern mating strategies. The discussion underscores the importance of contextualizing evolutionary psychology within contemporary environments while considering complexities like parental influence and societal changes.

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