Sociobiology and Psychology: Ideas, Issues and Applications

Originally published in 1987, Sociobiology and Psychology: Ideas, Issues, and Applications is a compilation of essays focusing on the intersection of sociobiology and psychology. It explores the biological basis of social behaviors and the relevance of evolutionary theory to understanding human psychology. The volume aims to integrate evolutionary thinking into psychology and the social sciences, providing insights and applications relevant to both fields. The field of evolutionary psychology, which grew out of sociobiology and psychology, has flourished in the following years and this title should be read in its historical context.

This book is a re-issue originally published in 1987. The language used and views portrayed are a reflection of its era and no offence is meant by the Publishers to any reader by this re-publication.