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The role of emotions in adaptations for exploitation

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  14 October 2009

David M. Buss
David M. Buss
Affiliation:
Department of Psychology, University of Texas, Austin, TX 78712. [email protected]://homepage.psy.utexas.edu/homepage/Group/BussLAB/
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Abstract

Emotion expression serves functions in exploitative resource-acquisition strategies that may not include relationship reciprocity. These include rendering victims more exploitable and signaling one's status as non-exploitable. A comprehensive theory of emotion expressions must explain their role in adaptations for exploitation, as well as evolved defenses against those pursuing a strategy of exploitation.

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Open Peer Commentary
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Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 32 , Issue 5 , October 2009 , pp. 391 - 392
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2009

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