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Good Reasons for Bad Feelings

Insights from the Frontier of Evolutionary Psychiatry
in: Biology
Summary:

The book explores the application of evolutionary theory to understand why mental disorders persist despite their apparent disadvantages, suggesting that certain traits causing these disorders may have had evolutionary advantages. It delves into the origins of emotions and mental illnesses, proposing that understanding their evolutionary background can lead to better treatment approaches.

Key points:

1. Evolution and Mental Disorders: Nesse believes mental disorders can be seen as traits that were once helpful for survival but are now problematic.

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