Evolutionary Psychology is a field that explores how human behavior and mental processes have been shaped by evolution. It suggests that many of our thoughts, feelings, and actions are influenced by the need to survive and reproduce. By studying our ancestors, researchers aim to understand why we behave the way we do today. This discipline combines insights from psychology and biology to explain why certain traits and behaviors may have been advantageous in the past. For example, our tendency to form social bonds can be linked to the survival benefits of cooperation in early human communities.