The interface of sexual behavior and evolutionary psychology is a rapidly growing domain, rich in psychological theories and data as well as controversies and applications. With nearly eighty chapters by leading researchers from around the world, and combining theoretical and empirical perspectives, The Cambridge Handbook of Evolutionary Perspectives on Sexual Psychology is the most comprehensive and up-to-date reference work in the field. Providing a broad yet in-depth overview of the various evolutionary principles that influence all types of sexual behaviors, the handbook takes an inclusive approach that draws on a number of disciplines and covers nonhuman and human psychology. It is an essential resource for both established researchers and students in psychology, biology, anthropology, medicine, and criminology, among other fields. Volume 4: Controversies, Applications, and Nonhuman Primate Extensions addresses controversies and unresolved issues; applications to health, law, and pornography; and non-human primate evolved sexual psychology.
This comprehensive handbook on evolution and sexual psychology features an interdisciplinary team of leading researchers in the field.About the AuthorTodd K. Shackelford is Distinguished Professor and Chair in the Department of Psychology and Director of the Center for Evolutionary Psychological Science at Oakland University in Michigan, USA.
Reviews'... an insightful and thought-provoking compilation of articles pertaining to the mechanisms and evolution of sexual psychology ... a refreshing application of evolutionary pluralism to sexual psychology. ... Recommended.' J.-B. Leca, Choice
Book InformationISBN 9781108844307
Author Todd K. ShackelfordFormat Hardback
Page Count 582
Imprint Cambridge University PressPublisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 1110g
Dimensions(mm) 251mm * 175mm * 35mm