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Originally Posted by sedated
The history of the species in biological evolution terms is a pretty easy explanation. Men are hunters and programmed to spread as much seed as possible. Women have the most to "lose" by engaging in sex, so they are programmed to be more defensive and selective. The biological factors are reflected in our psychological perception.
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I think you have that second part wrong. Men can impregnate a virtually unlimited number of women, so we are wired to be prolific. Women have a very limited number of children they can carry, so they are wired to be selective.
Birth control chips away at this, but it doesn't eliminate it.