Investigate the evolutionary origins of emotions

Investigate the evolutionary origins of emotions and the adaptive functions of emotional responses in social interactions. Discuss evolutionary theories of emotion, such as the functionalist approach and the social-functional perspective, in understanding how emotions serve adaptive functions in communication, social bonding, and decision-making. Analyze research findings on the universality of emotional expressions, the role of emotions in social signaling and social cognition, and the adaptive benefits of emotional regulation strategies for interpersonal relationships and group cohesion.