the Kinship Adaptation Theory

Kinship Adaptation Theory suggests that humans have evolved social behaviors and cognitive strategies to efficiently navigate family and social relationships, ensuring mutual support and cooperation. It emphasizes that our responses—such as helping relatives and maintaining social bonds—are shaped by genetic relatedness and the benefits of kin cooperation. This adaptation enhances survival and reproductive success by promoting behaviors that favor those we are biologically connected to, fostering stronger family units and social networks. In essence, our biology influences how we form relationships, prioritize caregiving, and maintain social ties for collective well-being.