Genders differ dramatically in evolved mate preferences

Thursday, August 6, 2015 - 12:30 in Psychology & Sociology

Men’s and women’s ideas of the perfect mate differ significantly due to evolutionary pressures, according to a cross-cultural study on multiple mate preferences. According to the study, men favor mates who are younger and physically attractive. Women seek older mates with good financial prospects, higher status and ambition.

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