Death, Hope and Sex: Complete Test Bank

Unlock the Power of Evolutionary Theory

By showing how and why human nature is what it is, evolutionary theory can help us see better what we need to do to improve the human condition.

Understanding Human Nature through Life History Theory

Following evolutionary theory to its logical conclusion, Death, Hope and Sex uses life history theory and attachment theory to construct a model of human nature in which critical features are understood in terms of the development of alternative reproductive strategies contingent on environmental risk and uncertainty.

Implications for Human Reproduction and Social Issues

James Chisholm examines the implications of this model for perspectives on concerns associated with human reproduction, including teen pregnancy, and young male violence. He thus develops new approaches for thorny issues such as the nature-nurture and mind-body dichotomies.

Bridging the Gap between Social and Biological Sciences

Bridging the gap between the social and biological sciences, this far-reaching volume will be a source of inspiration, debate and discussion for all those interested in the evolution of human nature and the potential for an evolutionary humanism.

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