I'm reading The Evolution of Childhood, an absolutely fascinating book. This quote is just one of the little gems it offers:
Tag: adaptation
Why Men Don’t Read Maps Better Than Women
A recent study showed that there is no adaptive reason why males are (slightly) better at spatial orientation than females. The cause for this feature could be the amount of testosterone in one’s body. I like this report for two reasons: (a) It brings back memories of vivid discussions with my wife while driving through…