Briefly Summarize the Basic Tenets of Evolutionary Psychology

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Essay

Briefly summarize the basic tenets of evolutionary psychology.

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Definitions:

Compulsive Behaviors

Actions that a person feels compelled to perform repeatedly, often in response to an obsessive thought, typically leading to significant distress or impairment.

Reinforcement

In psychology, a process that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior by adding a stimulus following the behavior.

Epigenetic Marks

Chemical modifications to the DNA or histone proteins that affect gene activity without altering the DNA sequence, impacting how genes are expressed.

PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by severe anxiety, flashbacks, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.