Robert Evan Ornstein was an American psychologist, researcher and author.
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Robert Ornstein and Paul Ehrlich argue that our evolved mental functions are unsuited for the modern world. We developed instincts for survival in small tribal families on the African savanna, but these instincts are now problematic. Our unchanged mental tools cause self-destructive behavior in the contemporary world. By understanding our evolutionary history, we can address these issues and restore hope for the future. New World New Mind explores our mental evolution and suggests coping strategies. Despite significant challenges, recent advances in medicine, technology, and science offer unprecedented opportunities. If we adapt, humanity could achieve a golden age.