In The Age of Scientific Sexism

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In The Age of Scientific Sexism: How Evolutionary Psychology Promotes Gender Profiling and Fans the Battle of the Sexes, published in 2015, philosopher Mari Ruti critically examines the influence of evolutionary psychology on contemporary understandings of gender. She argues that this field often perpetuates reductive stereotypes by presenting gender differences as biologically predetermined, thereby reinforcing traditional gender roles. Ruti challenges the scientific validity of such claims, suggesting that they oversimplify complex human behaviors and relationships. She contends that the popularity of evolutionary psychology's narratives may stem from a societal desire for straightforward explanations to intricate social issues, which can inadvertently uphold existing gender biases. By deconstructing these narratives, Ruti advocates for a more nuanced appreciation of human diversity that transcends binary gender classifications.