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Evolutionary Psychology Test

Based on the work of professor of psychology David M. Buss, this test measures your attitude towards evolutionary psychology. Evolutionary psychologists hold that they are simply applying the principles of evolution to human minds, although far from everyone agrees with their approach.

What is your attitude towards evolutionary psychology? For each of the following questions, indicate your response below.

Question 1 of 15

Darwin's theory of evolution is true.

Disagree
Agree

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The IDR-EPT© is the property of IDR Labs International. The original research was provided by professor of psychology David M. Buss. The IDR-EPT utilizes Buss’ research, but is not associated with Buss, and is not the equivalent of any of Buss’ papers. The present test is in no way endorsed by, nor affiliated with, Buss, his associates, institutions, or similar entities. No infringement is intended by the present test.

The Evolutionary Psychology test is an index and instrument for measuring an individual’s attitude toward the discipline and use of evolutionary psychology in the social and natural sciences. The Evolutionary Psychology test does not address all possible theoretical or meta-theoretical orientations and does not purport to accommodate respondents who fall outside the normal modes of conceptualizing the field of psychology. Contrary to popular belief, the Evolutionary Psychology test does endorse the field of evolutionary psychology as such and does not contend that evolutionary psychology is the only way to approach the field of psychology. Indeed, the output of the Evolutionary Psychology test leaves such questions to the user themselves and does not purport to propagate or lecture. To test for other conceptualizations of psychology, see for example of Jungian Typology test.

Although all are designed to measure conceptualizations of psychology, the IDR-EPT© should not be confused with other philosophy of science tests as authored by alternative research organizations. However, all are professionally-designed personality tests (or inventories) meant for measuring theoretical inclinations and attitudes in relation to scientific conceptualizations in the Western world. The IDR-EPT© is the property of IDR Labs International. The original research was provided by professor of psychology David M. Buss. The authors of this online personality test are certified in the use of numerous personality tests and have worked professionally with psychometrics and personality testing. The results of our online Psychopathy Spectrum personality test are presented for educational purposes only, are provided "as-is", and should not be construed as providing professional or certified advice of any kind. For more on our online personality test, please consult our Terms of Service.

Why Use This Test?

1. Free. This online evolutionary psychology test is designed to measure your attitude toward evolutionary psychology in the natural and social sciences. It is delivered to you free of charge.

2. Made by professionals. The authors of this test are certified in the use of numerous personality tests and have worked professionally with psychometrics and personality testing.

3. Based on peer-reviewed research. The present test was crafted on the basis of peer-reviewed research, as published in notable scientific journals.

4. Statistical controls. Test scores are logged into an anonymized database. Statistical analysis of the test is conducted to ensure maximum accuracy and validity of the test scores.