Course Details
Country:
Turkey
Institution:
External - Marmara University
Course Title:
Evolutionary Psychology
Course Number:
PSY3011
Course Description:
The Evolutionary Psychology course explores how evolutionary theory explains human psychological processes. It covers natural selection, sexual selection, and kin selection, applying these principles to behaviors like mating, parental investment, altruism, and cooperation. The course examines the evolutionary roots of cognition, emotions, language, intelligence, and consciousness. It also discusses how evolution informs understanding of mental health, social conflict, and cultural behavior. Controversies, including genetic determinism and environmental influences, are addressed. Through lectures and discussions, students gain insight into how evolution shapes human psychology.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
PSYC 3---
Attachment Files:
PSY3011.pdf
