Uncovers inconsistencies in evolutionary frameworks related to romantic relationships, suggesting improvements.
Wahring et al. describe that romantic relationships are more important for men than for women, drawing also on evolutionary theory. We suggest that (1) the proposed link between short-term mating motivation and relationship initiation requires clarification, and (2) the use of sexual strategies theory and strategic pluralism theory is inconsistent. Addressing these issues could improve evolutionary models of romantic relationships.
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