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The Evolutionary Story of Human Aggression
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The development of human language enabled groups of men to kill members of their own group using coalitionary ability, which changed everything for the species' hunting and killing behaviors. The story carries through to modern warfare and asymmetric attacks.
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The long-standing question of whether humans are biologically predisposed to be aggressive or tolerant is a topic of debate that has lasted for centuries.
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Psychology
Summary
The long-standing question of whether humans are biologically predisposed to be aggressive or tolerant is a topic of debate that has lasted for centuries. However, current studies suggest that we are a combination of both and that society is not solely responsible for our behavior.
ChapterThe Evolutionary Story of Human Aggression
Episode#594 - Dr Richard Wrangham - The Incredible Evolution Of Human Violence
PodcastModern Wisdom
Humans have been good at hunting and turned this ability against members of their own species.
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Human aggression
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Humans have been good at hunting and turned this ability against members of their own species. The development of a skilled language allowed groups of people to form gangs and kill members of their own group.