The Truth About Love, Monogamy, and Fatherhood – Backed by Evolutionary Science
Dr. Anna Machin dismantles myths around love, sex, and parenting through the lens of evolutionary anthropology. She explains how love is at the core of being human, how cheating triggers addiction-like brain responses, and why monogamy may be more cultural than biological. Women subconsciously assess genetic compatibility by smell, while hormones and attachment styles shape who we’re drawn to. Crucially, Machin highlights the overlooked but essential role of fathers in child development, asserting that fatherhood evolved for a reason – not just socially, but biologically.