The Impact of Evolutionary Thought on the Social Sciences - Lecture 22

Explore the profound impact of evolutionary thought on social sciences in this 47-minute lecture from Yale University's "Principles of Evolution, Ecology and Behavior" course. Delve into the possibility of humans undergoing an evolutionary transition between individuals and groups, examining the conflict between biology and culture. Analyze examples of selfishness and altruism to understand how different types of selection act on humans. Learn about transitions in hierarchical selection, cooperation and aggression, group norms, and patterns of selfishness across cultures. Discover how social boundaries are being redefined in light of evolutionary principles. Gain valuable insights into the tensions in modern human life through this comprehensive exploration of evolutionary concepts applied to social sciences.