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2011-2012 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
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PSY 70 - Evolutionary Psychology

Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
A critical examination of theory and research in evolutionary psychology, an approach that draws upon the insights of evolutionary biology, cognitive psychology, and the neurosciences to explain the mechanisms of human thought and behavior as evolutionary adaptations to the challenges faced by our ancestors. The course will cover the application of this approach to such topics as sex roles, morality, food preferences, cooperation and war.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1  or 1A .





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