Personality development in the evolutionary perspective

J Pers. 1990 Mar;58(1):141-61. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-6494.1990.tb00911.x.

Abstract

A relationship between personality processes and evolution can be seen when behaviors associated with sexual maturation, mating, and parenting are examined. This article stipulates the types of proximal cues implicated in the shaping of personality variables that become important in the development of the individual's reproductive behavior.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biological Evolution*
  • Child
  • Child Behavior Disorders / psychology
  • Child, Preschool
  • Humans
  • Individuality
  • Infant
  • Object Attachment
  • Parent-Child Relations
  • Personality Development*
  • Personality Disorders / psychology
  • Selection, Genetic