Researcher compiles evidence in support of Darwin's theory of sexual selection
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 - 14:14
in Psychology & Sociology
In 1871, Charles Darwin sparked debate that continues today when he proposed that human sex differences evolved based on sexual selection. Sexual selection is Darwin's theory that certain physical, mental or psychological traits evolved because they aid in competition among individuals for access to preferred mates or because they are enhancements of traits that help to attract mates.