Modern Life Outpaces Our Evolution, Fueling Stress and Burnout
A Behavioral Sciences study argues that humans evolved for small groups and immediate threats, but modern life—large social networks, constant comparison, and global shocks—creates an evolutionary mismatch (SEMCH) that contributes to stress, anxiety, obesity, burnout, and reduced prosocial behavior; researchers urge urban and digital-space redesigns to lessen perceived competition and test these ideas in real-world settings.
