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Attention Level in a Tribe
Attention is a key resource for individuals in a tribe; individuals with a higher degree of attention have an advantage over those who don't. However, multiple types of attention levels can be useful for a tribe as it offers different strategies to approach problems.
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The variability in attention span among individuals is deeply rooted in evolution, but it's a mistake to assume that ADHD is an adaptive trait, says Dr. Russell Barkley in this podcast episode.
54:37 - 56:47 (02:10)
Summary
The variability in attention span among individuals is deeply rooted in evolution, but it's a mistake to assume that ADHD is an adaptive trait, says Dr. Russell Barkley in this podcast episode.
ChapterAttention Level in a Tribe
Episode#542 - Dr Randy Nesse - Evolutionary Psychiatry Can Explain Human Emotions
PodcastModern Wisdom
Attention is a key resource, and those with a higher degree of attention are at an advantage within groups.
56:47 - 1:03:12 (06:24)
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Attention is a key resource, and those with a higher degree of attention are at an advantage within groups. The idea that everyone in a group will always work for the good of the group does not always work, and leaders can sometimes exploit the group for their benefit.