Article ID: CBB001421061

The Evolutionary Psychology of Human Mating: A Response to Buller's Critique (2014)

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In this paper, I critique arguments made by philosopher David Buller against central evolutionary-psychological explanations of human mating. Specifically, I aim to rebut his criticisms of Evolutionary Psychology regarding (1) women's long-term mating preferences for high-status men; (2) the evolutionary rationale behind men's provisioning of women; (3) men's mating preferences for young women; (4) women's adaptation for extra-pair sex; (5) the sex-differentiated evolutionary theory of human jealousy; and (6) the notion of mate value. In sum, I aim to demonstrate that Buller's arguments contra Evolutionary Psychologists are left wanting.

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Authors & Contributors
Richard E. Tremblay
Markus Scholz
Antonella Tramacere
Smith, Subrena E.
Patrick Kirkham
Timm, Annette F.
Concepts
Evolutionary psychology
Behavioral sciences
Biology
Philosophy of science
Evolution
Definition of human; human nature
Time Periods
20th century, late
21st century
20th century
19th century
20th century, early
Places
Andes
Peru
South America
United States
North America
Germany
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