Survival of the Friendliest (Self-Domestication Hypothesis) | The Violence Paradox

PBS Learning Media
Contributed By
PBS Learning Media
Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
WGBH NOVA The Violence Paradox adaptation evolution natural selection anthropology causation correlation STEM life science archeology homo sapiens human development crime self-domestication hypothesis phrenology pseudoscience skull shape brow ridge testosterone foxes breeding heritable traits aggression aggressive behavior
Subjects
Life Sciences Science
Grade Levels
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Related Resources

Survival of the Friendliest (Self-Domestication Hypothesis) | The Violence Paradox

Changes in the human face over time, driven by shifts in levels of testosterone, may provide evidence of an evolutionary shift away from aggressive behavior. Use this video from NOVA: The Violence Paradox to examine arguments for the self-domestication hypothesis—which may support explanations for a surprising trend in interpersonal violence in human societies.
Publisher
PBS Learning Media

Unfortunately, we were unable to load the necessary assets to access this site.
Try reloading the page to verify your network is still working.

If the problem persists, please verify that https://cdn.caeducatorstogether.org/ is not blocked by your network firewall. You may need to reach out to your agency's Network/IT support staff to get access.

For any questions or further assistance please contact us at support@onelearningcommunity.com