Psychology and Evolution

<div><p><b><span>Psychology and Evolution: <span>The</span> Origins of Mind</span></b><span> introduces students to the emerging field of evolutionary psychology. Bruce <span>Bridgeman</span> applies concepts of evolutionary theory to basic psychological functions to derive new insights into the roots of human behavior and how that behavior may be viewed as adaptation to life's significant challenges. Examining courtship reproduction child rearing family relations social interaction and language development <span>Bridgeman</span> uses evolutionary theory to help in the search to elucidate the foundations of human perceptions experiences and behaviors.</span></p></div>