PSYC 1000 Chapter 1-50: Key Terms
4 Jan 2016
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Evolutionary psychology- field of study that examines how the process of evolution has shaped the body and brain via the interaction of our genes and the environment to produce our thoughts and behaviours. Phylogeny- the development of unique species over time. Convergent evolution- the development of similar physical characteristics or behaviours in different species that do not share a common ancestor; occurs because of exposure to similar environmental conditions for different species. Evolution by natural selection- the differential likelihood between members of a species in their ability to survive and reproduce. Fitness- the ability of an individual to successfully grow to maturity and have offspring that perpetuate the existence of the species that the individual belongs to. Consciousness- our immediate awareness of our internal and external states. Pre-consciousness- level of awareness in which information can become readily available to consciousness if necessary. Unconscious state- state in which information is not easily accessible to conscious awareness.
