Evolutionary Psychology: The New Science of the Mind (6th Edition)

By David M. Buss

Evolutionary Psychology: The New Science of the Mind, Sixth Edition by David M. Buss is a leading textbook that defines the field of evolutionary psychology. Published by Routledge, this edition examines how evolutionary theory provides a unifying framework for understanding human thought, emotion, and behavior—from mating and cooperation to aggression and morality.

This classic text offers an engaging overview of how psychological mechanisms evolved to solve adaptive problems faced by our ancestors. Buss bridges biology, anthropology, and cognitive science with accessible explanations and compelling research examples that illuminate the evolutionary roots of modern human behavior.

What This Book Does

This book explains core principles of evolutionary psychology and applies them across major domains—survival, mating, parenting, cooperation, conflict, morality, and culture—helping readers understand why the human mind works the way it does.

Key Features of the 6th Edition

• Comprehensive coverage of major domains of human psychology
• Updated research across genetics, neuroscience, and behavioral science
• Cross-cultural insights into how evolved mechanisms express across societies
• Connections to real-world issues including relationships, politics, and health
• Review summaries, discussion questions, and supplemental learning resources
• Written by a foundational scholar in modern evolutionary psychology

Who Should Use This Book?

• Undergraduate and graduate psychology students
• Behavioral science and anthropology majors
• Researchers exploring biological bases of behavior
• Readers interested in how evolution shapes the human mind

Why It’s Essential

• A widely adopted, field-defining textbook in evolutionary psychology
• Combines theory with research evidence and practical application
• Accessible for beginners while remaining rigorous for advanced learners
• Strong interdisciplinary value across psychology, anthropology, and biology
• Excellent value compared to higher retail pricing

A definitive guide to understanding how evolution shapes the human mind.
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Product Details

• Title: Evolutionary Psychology: The New Science of the Mind
• Edition: 6th Edition
• Author: David M. Buss
• Publisher: Routledge
• ISBN-13: 9781138088610
• Format: Paperback / Textbook
• Pages: 496+
• Availability: In Stock

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Table of Contents (Highlights)

• Foundations of Evolutionary Psychology
• The New Science of the Mind
• Survival and Natural Selection
• Sexual Selection and Mating Strategies
• Parenting and Kinship
• Cooperation, Conflict, and Aggression
• Morality and Social Behavior
• Culture, Cognition, and Emotion
• Future Directions in Evolutionary Psychology

FAQs

• Does the book include recent scientific research?
  Yes. The 6th Edition incorporates updated findings from genetics, neuroscience, behavioral science, and cross-cultural studies.
• Who should use this book?
  Undergraduate and graduate psychology students, behavioral science and anthropology majors, researchers, and readers interested in how evolution shapes human behavior.