FALL 2008--- new class

Are you interested in the Nature of Human Nature?

Does our Behavior have a Genetic Basis?

PSY 292:  Evolutionary Psychology/Sociobiology (click for syllabus)

Dr. Kate Bruce, Psychology

TR 9:30 to 10:45

The field of evolutionary psychology provides an important perspective for studying behavior.  With its roots in sociobiology, it applies evolutionary principles to investigate why our behavior can be considered adaptive. In this class, we will examine the basics of evolutionary theory and its relation to topics such as taste aversions and preferences, altruism, parenting, mate preferences, sexual behavior, jealousy, psychological disorders, dominance, language and problem-solving. 

Prerequisite  A basic understanding of biology and psychology is expected (e.g., PSY 105 and BIO 105 or equivalent).

              For more information:  bruce@uncw.edu