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The Evolutionary Importance of Grandmothers
14:52 - 22:26 (07:34)
Grandmothers are good at acquiring food and providing necessary help in raising healthy children which can have a positive effect on the whole family unit. Studies have shown that the presence of a grandmother can have a notable effect on the welfare of little kids and can continue to be a positive influence throughout their lives.
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14:52 - 15:48 (00:55)
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ChapterThe Evolutionary Importance of Grandmothers
EpisodeThe Menopause Manifesto | Jen Gunter
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Anthropologist Dr. Kristin Hawks discusses her research on the Hadza people in Tanzania, which led to the development of the grandmother hypothesis, a potential explanation for why humans evolved to live beyond their reproductive abilities.
15:48 - 17:35 (01:47)
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Anthropologist Dr. Kristin Hawks discusses her research on the Hadza people in Tanzania, which led to the development of the grandmother hypothesis, a potential explanation for why humans evolved to live beyond their reproductive abilities.
ChapterThe Evolutionary Importance of Grandmothers
EpisodeThe Menopause Manifesto | Jen Gunter
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Grandmothers, who are especially good at acquiring food, can greatly contribute to the wellbeing of a family unit, leading to healthy children and more of them.
17:35 - 22:26 (04:51)
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Grandmothers, who are especially good at acquiring food, can greatly contribute to the wellbeing of a family unit, leading to healthy children and more of them. Additionally, the presence of a grandmother can have lifelong effects on children's welfare.