| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5044843 | Evolution and Human Behavior | 2017 | 8 Pages |
There is little extant empirical literature examining the associations between life history strategies and symptoms of psychopathology. The current study (NÂ =Â 138) investigated the associations between life history strategies, symptoms of psychopathology, aggression, incidence of self-harm behaviour, and attachment (perceived parental support) in sample drawn from the general population and community mental health service providers. The results from the study indicate those with a faster life strategy report greater levels of aggression and symptoms of psychopathology. Further, perceptions of poorer parental support were associated with a faster life history strategy. Implications for life history theory, conceptualising psychopathology, and future research directions are discussed.
