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#520 - Robin Dunbar - The Evolutionary Psychology Of Love

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Evolution and the Dynamics of Love

This chapter examines the evolutionary psychology of human mating practices, highlighting the contrast between ancestral polygamous tendencies and contemporary monogamous preferences. It discusses the influence of biological traits, such as finger length ratios linked to prenatal testosterone exposure, on relationship behaviors, infidelity, and societal dynamics. Additionally, it analyzes the impact of wealth disparities, arranged marriages, and the necessity for emotional bonds in shaping romantic relationships across cultures.

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