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Fearful apes, happy apes: Is fearfulness associated with uniquely human cooperation?

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Abstract In the fearful ape hypothesis, Grossmann argues that heightened fearfulness increases human-unique cooperation. We suggest that this conclusion, however, may be premature. In particular, we question Grossmann's singling out… Click to show full abstract

Abstract In the fearful ape hypothesis, Grossmann argues that heightened fearfulness increases human-unique cooperation. We suggest that this conclusion, however, may be premature. In particular, we question Grossmann's singling out of fear as the affective trait that enhances cooperative care. Additionally, we problematize the extent to which heightened fearfulness in humans, and its association with human-unique cooperation, are supported empirically.

Keywords: apes fearfulness; fearfulness associated; apes happy; fearful apes; cooperation; happy apes

Journal Title: Behavioral and Brain Sciences
Year Published: 2023

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