The Nature of Mothers
This item is included in the following series/curriculum: The Nature of Mothers
- Grade Level: Senior High (10-12)
- Subjects: Life Science
- Produced By: Village Distribution
- Year: 2004
- Country: France
- Language: English
- Running Time: 52m
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Maternal instinct is a universal phenomenon, responsible in many ways for the incredible success of human biengs as a species. But contrary to the myth, maternal love is neither automatic nor guaranteed. Natural selection means many pressures influence a mother's attitude and the choices she makes when confronted with the arrival of a new baby. In this original and provocative film, pioneering primatorologist and best selling author Sarah Blaffer Hrdy shares her vision of motherhood and its crucial role in human evolution.