FSU PSYC310 2020 September Discussion Evolutionary Paradigm Latest

PSYC310 Theories of Personality

Discussion 6

DB on the Evolutionary Paradigm (Read Chapter 12)

Assignment title: The Evolutionary Paradigm

Learning objective(s):  Explore the reasons why evolutionary explanations of personality factors might make people uncomfortable.

Submission details:  Please complete these questions in the discussion board below and respond, in-depth (per the criteria outlined in the course welcome letter) to at least ONE classmate.

Scoring criteria/rubric:  A rubric is attached to the discussion board.  The assignment is worth 10 points.

Restrictions: You must complete this assignment INDIVIDUALLY.  You are not to work in pairs or groups.

Length: Your answers to each question should be thorough yet concise.  There is no length requirement, but all aspects of each question must be addressed completely.

Resources: Please refer to chapter 12 when answering these questions.  Be sure to integrate concepts from the readings as well as any outside sources that are relevant.  If you use outside sources, please cite the sources and provide an APA style reference.

Before completing this discussion board, I would strongly encourage you to do some research on the theory of evolution, regardless of your belief system.  Due to the controversial nature of this subject, many of us were not provided with high quality information about evolutionary theory in our high schools. This (Links to an external site.) is a great place to start!

1) Setting aside your personal beliefs, explain why applying evolutionary principles to the study of human behavior might be disturbing to some people.  Please provide several reasons; do not only focus on religion.

2) Respond to a classmate and include your own reactions to their analysis as well as to this topic.