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#439 - Glenn Geher - Positive Evolutionary Psychology

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Kindness and Evolutionary Psychology

This chapter examines the role of kindness in human evolution and its significance in forming and maintaining relationships, both romantic and platonic. It discusses the reciprocal nature of kindness and its vital place in social dynamics, alongside the impact of modern conveniences on human connection. The speakers highlight the evolutionary aspects of mental health, particularly how emotions like depression can serve adaptive functions based on ancestral experiences.

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