Evolutionary Psychology

Sexual objectification is often blamed on toxic personality traits, but new research suggests a more universal trigger. A recent study provides evidence that temporary states of sexual arousal cause men to objectify women, regardless of their underlying character.

New research indicates that while going braless is viewed as more attractive, it also leads to perceptions of infidelity, prompting many women to wear bras to avoid unwanted sexual harassment.

Can we successfully outsource love? A new evolutionary psychology paper argues that virtual "girlfriend experiences" are booming because they offer users the emotional and sexual rewards of dating without the evolutionary costs of mutual mate selection and conflict.

Both men and women experience intense jealousy when a romantic partner actively gives resources to a stranger. New research indicates that our emotional alarm systems react much stronger to a partner giving rather than receiving attention.

Gold digging is often viewed as a female stereotype, but new research suggests it is a broader human mating strategy. The study provides evidence that both men and women use this exploitative approach, which is heavily linked to psychopathy and...

A recent study suggests that stories about dangerous, attractive women are almost universal across cultures. These cautionary tales provide evidence that evolutionary fears of emotional deception and heartbreak heavily influence human mating psychology.

New research in Evolution and Human Behavior suggests the social benefits of gaming depend on the context. While games might not immediately forge friendships, computer simulations indicate the behavior evolved as a survival strategy to assess potential allies.

Smarter men tend to display physical signs of good health, like strong grips and broad shoulders. Yet, a recent study shows these men engage in less casual sex, suggesting intelligence steers them toward committed, long-term romantic partnerships.

As more women earn college degrees, marriage patterns are transforming across the globe. New demographic research disentangles whether a reversing educational gender gap or an overall boom in university attendance is driving these modern relationship shifts.

A recent study published in PNAS reveals that women’s preference for wealthier partners fades as they gain economic power. The findings suggest human romantic desires are highly flexible, adapting strategically to our financial environment.

A recent experiment tested whether the simple motion of copulation is enough to trigger physical sexual arousal in humans. The results indicate that viewing non-human animals mate does not cause a physical or mental response.

How does the human body manage its energy when pushed to the brink? New research shows that during extreme physical stress, deep evolutionary programming kicks in, sacrificing tissue repair and reproduction to keep the immune system active.

New research reveals that many women view beauty as a practical tool for professional success. When faced with a gender pay gap, those who reject traditional gender roles often leverage their appearance to compete in the labor market.

A new study reveals a fascinating social tradeoff during arguments. While staying calm protects your own reputation, shedding tears actually inflicts the most damage on your opponent’s social standing, albeit at a cost to your own.

A new study suggests that your socioeconomic background influences what you look for in a romantic partner just as much as your biological sex. The findings show that human mating strategies adapt fluidly to our social environments.