What kind of memory has evolution wrought? Introductory article for the special issue of memory: adaptive memory: the emergence and nature of proximate mechanisms.

摘要: It is without question that our memory system evolved through a process of natural selection. However, basic research into the evolutionary foundations has begun in earnest only recently. This quite peculiar as majority, perhaps even all, relates to whether adaptive or not. In this Special Issue Memory we have assembled variety papers represent cutting edge on evolution memory. These are centred issues about ultimate and proximate explanations memory, development functions well positive consequences arise from current form taken. introductory article briefly outline these different areas indicate why they vital for more complete theory Further argue that, by adopting applied stance area one many future directions field could be new branch psychology addresses questions legal psychology.