Language Evolution, Symbolic Cognition, Language Acquisition, Brain Development, Origin of the Human Mind | Terrence Deacon | 20
Mind & Matter
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Evolution of male-female relationships and monomorphism
The evolution of male-female relationships has led to modifications in sexual competition, with more male offspring care and exclusive mating observed in monomorphic species. Monomorphic species tend to be isolated pairs, and the human situation is considered unusual in this context. This is referred to as Deacon's paradox, where extensive male offspring care and relatively separated male-female bonding are present. While cheating does occur, the existence of cheating is acknowledged as an exception within this context.
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