Chapter
The Evolution of Male Friendships
1:31:41 - 1:36:41 (04:59)
The importance of male friendships can be traced back to the evolutionary function of young men specializing in defense, leading to the formation of tight-knit groups based on similarity in views and needs.
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The importance of male friendship can be traced back to the role of defense in hunter-gatherer and horticultural societies.
1:31:41 - 1:35:48 (04:06)
Male Friendship
Summary
The importance of male friendship can be traced back to the role of defense in hunter-gatherer and horticultural societies. These friendships are formed between individuals who are similar in their views of the world and the support they require.
ChapterThe Evolution of Male Friendships
Episode#520 - Robin Dunbar - The Evolutionary Psychology Of Love
PodcastModern Wisdom
A discussion about the bonding of soldiers during war and the idea of interchangeable male friendships to account for casualties.
1:35:48 - 1:36:41 (00:52)
Male Bonding
Summary
A discussion about the bonding of soldiers during war and the idea of interchangeable male friendships to account for casualties. The topic of vasopressin and its role in male bonding is also briefly touched upon.