Center for European Studies
Evolutionary Psychology
Doelstellingen van dit vak
In this course, we will explore the ultimate influences on human mind and behaviour, that is, we take an evolutionary psychological perspective to study (modern) cognition, emotion, motivation, and behaviour. We will revisit familiar disciplines– e.g., cognitive, clinical, and social psychology – and topics, however, the type of questions we ask to uncover psychological mechanisms and processes is different. Evolutionary psychologists focus on the ‘why’ question, and the adaptive functions of modern-day cognition, emotion, and behaviour. Topics will range from psychopathology to human mating and sexual conflict, and from parenting and kin selection to aggression. During the discussion of these topics, prominent assumptions – and misunderstandings – about evolutionary psychology will also be critically assessed.EVO2001
Periode 6
9 jun 2025
4 jul 2025
Studiepunten:
6.0Taal van de opleiding:
EngelsCoördinator:
- S. van der Laan
Onderwijsmethode:
Assignment(s), Lecture(s), PBL, Working visit(s)Evaluatiemethoden:
Participation, Written exam