UID:
almahu_9949211168902882
Format:
xi, 444 p. :
,
ill. ;
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26 cm.
Edition:
Electronic reproduction. Washington, D.C. : American Psychological Association, 2001. Available via the World Wide Web.
Edition:
Access limited by licensing agreement.
Content:
This book offers readers the first book-length attempt to define the emerging field of evolutionary developmental psychology, which applies the basic principles of Darwinian evolution, particularly natural selection, to explain contemporary human development. The authors point out that an evolutionary developmental perspective allows one to interpret aspects of psychological functioning, like gene-environment interactions and the significance of individual differences, differently than an environmental perspective that treats development only superficially. Of particular interest are chapters that explore factors influencing parenting and other aspects of family life (such as dealing with siblings); the role of play from an evolutionary perspective; and the interacting roles of an extended juvenile period, a big brain, and a complex social structure in human cognitive evolution. The authors present a hybrid approach to evolution and development, pointing out that, although underlying assumptions held by evolutionary and developmental psychologists have been at odds, each field has much to offer the other. This volume will be a useful resource for scholars and others interested in the relation between evolution and psychological development. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2004 APA, all rights reserved).
Note:
Also issued in print.
Additional Edition:
ISBN 1557988781
Language:
English
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