UCLA Evolutionary Psychology Lab

The UCLA Evolutionary Psychology Lab studies how human thoughts, behaviors, and emotions have been shaped by our evolutionary past. By examining factors like social interactions, mating, and decision-making, the lab seeks to understand why we behave the way we do and how natural selection influences our mental processes. Researchers combine scientific methods from psychology, anthropology, and biology to explore the ways evolution continues to impact human nature, aiming to uncover fundamental principles underlying our psychological makeup.