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Todd K. Shackelford

Todd K. Shackelford

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In the Evolutionary Psychology Laboratory, the focus is on the psychology of close relationships, particularly romantic relationships. We study phenomena such as jealousy, infidelity, relationship satisfaction, physical abuse, and sexuality. Current research projects include a diary study of conflict within married couples, funded by the National Institute of Mental Health and a study of couples involved in violent relationships, funded by the State of Florida. Another line of work addresses murder and violence, particularly in romantic relationships, using national crime data, and funded by The Woodhill Foundation.

Primary Interests:

  • Aggression, Conflict, Peace
  • Applied Social Psychology
  • Close Relationships
  • Emotion, Mood, Affect
  • Evolution and Genetics
  • Gender Psychology
  • Health Psychology
  • Interpersonal Processes
  • Law and Public Policy
  • Personality, Individual Differences
  • Sexuality, Sexual Orientation

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    Psychology of Evolution

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    Modern Application of Darwinian Theory to Psychology

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    An Introduction to Evolutionary Psychology

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    Evolution and Family Conflict, Sperm Competition, Stepparenting

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    The Evolution and Varieties of Human Violence

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    Mating After Children

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    Sexual Jealousy and Intimate Partner Violence

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    What Is Evolutionary Psychology?

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    Evolutionary Psychology

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    Cornerstone Humanitarian of the Year Award 2014

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Todd K. Shackelford
Department of Psychology
Oakland University
112 Pryale Hall
Rochester, Michigan 48309-4401
United States of America

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