Chapter 9: Evolution and the Human Brain – The Mysteries of Mental Evolution
Chapter 9: Evolution and the Human Brain – The Mysteries of Mental Evolution Human evolution history is not limited to the changes in our physical characteristics. Evolution has also left deep marks on our brains. The human brain, as our species' most complex organ, is the result of an evolutionary journey. The high-level cognitive abilities we possess today have evolved from simple functions that were once necessary for survival. However, this journey still raises many questions about how the evolutionary development of our brain occurred. The Evolutionary Development of the Human Brain The human brain is larger and more complex than the brains of other animals. It has one of the largest brain capacities relative to our body size. This large brain forms the foundation for many superior features, from social skills and language ability to tool use and abstract thinking. So, how did our brain become so advanced through this evolutionary journey? The evolution of th...