The evolutionary reasons behind who we choose as friends
· mane kara-yakoubian
AI Briefing
- • Humans choose same-sex friends based on ancestral traits, not current usefulness.
- • Cooperative partners in ancestral environments were more likely to be chosen as friends.
- • This choice is driven by evolutionary pressures, not modern-day needs.
Context
A new study examines the evolutionary roots of friendship. The study suggests that people choose same-sex friends based on traits that would have been valuable in ancestral environments.
These traits are selected based on their potential as cooperative partners, not just their usefulness in current situations.
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