Evolutionary Basis of Anxiety and Depression

Evolutionary Basis of Anxiety and Depression

Evolutionary psychologist Ed Hagen talks about the evolutionary basis of anxiety and depression, explaining that depression is a response to adversity that can signal to others that help is needed, while anxiety is a response to uncertainty that helps individuals anticipate threat and take precautionary measures. Hagen discusses the sex differences in depression rates, suggesting… Continue reading Evolutionary Basis of Anxiety and Depression