Published Nov 29, 2021

Dr. David Buss: How Humans Select & Keep Romantic Partners in Short & Long Term | Huberman Lab #48

Explore the complexities of human romantic relationships with Dr. David Buss as he delves into the science behind mate selection, infidelity, jealousy, and the dark triad traits, revealing the evolutionary psychology driving short and long-term partnerships.

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Dr. David Buss: How Humans Select & Keep Romantic Partners in Short & Long Term | Huberman Lab #48

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Understanding Human Behavior

Assessing Mate Value

Evolving Jealousy Dynamics

Human Mating Strategies

Sexual Partner Preferences

Mate Choice Dynamics

Attachment and Relationships

Infidelity Insights

Infidelity Insights

Optimize Your Health

Mate Value Insights

Mate Choice Dynamics

Attraction and Status

Status and Attraction

Questions from this episode

What supplements does Andrew Huberman take?

What supplements does Andrew Huberman recommend?

What other supplements does Andrew Huberman recommend?

Which supplements does Andrew Huberman recommend?

How does pornography affect the brain?

What is the connection between neuroplasticity and childhood development in terms of attachment styles?

How can you navigate confidence and self-worth in relationships?

Why do people cheat in relationships?

Tell me more about Andrew Huberman's fitness advice

What are the top 5 daily habits for improving physical health, emotional well-being, and overall productivity as emphasized by Andrew Huberman from the Huberman Lab?

According to world-leading experts in evolutionary psychology, is physical attractiveness very important in attracting a romantic partner today?

Who are the top world-leading evolutionary psychologists specializing in mating?

According to expert consensus, what are all the subjects involved in theories behind mating?

According to top world-leading evolutionary psychologists, what are the only important physical attributes that attract romantic interest from women to men, ranked in order?

What are the four attachment styles briefly? Go in more depth about anxious and secure attachment styles. How can one work to transition from an anxious attachment style to a secure attachment style?

Episode Highlights

Mate Selection

Infidelity Dynamics

Jealousy and Violence

Dark Triad Traits

Dr. David Buss: How Humans Select & Keep Romantic Partners in Short & Long Term | Huberman Lab #48

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Mate SelectionDr. David Buss, a leading evolutionary psychologist, explores the intricacies of human mate selection through the lens of Darwin's sexual selection theory. He examines gender-specific preferences, the role of deception in dating, and the unique aspects of human mating strategies.

Mate Selection

Infidelity DynamicsThe discussion on infidelity reveals its multifaceted nature, encompassing sexual, emotional, and financial aspects. David Buss and Andrew Huberman explore the motivations behind infidelity, highlighting gender differences in how and why individuals cheat.

Infidelity Dynamics

Jealousy and ViolenceJealousy and intimate partner violence are explored through an evolutionary lens, revealing their roles in relationship dynamics. David Buss explains how these emotions and behaviors serve as mechanisms for mate retention and the implications they have on romantic partnerships.

Jealousy and Violence

Dark Triad TraitsThe dark triad, comprising narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy, plays a significant role in human relationships. These traits often lead to manipulation, deception, and violence, impacting both short-term and long-term romantic dynamics.

Dark Triad Traits