Human evolution favored small groups for social interaction and survival, facilitating kinship and cooperation. Anthropological insights reveal that as our societies transitioned to larger cities, individuals experienced increased mental health issues due to weakened social ties. Despite technological advances, urban environments often create alienation and social inequalities. To combat these challenges, reimagining urban design to mimic the supportive structures of small communities could foster a sense of belonging and improve mental well-being.
Small communities, built around kinship and cooperation, provide an evolutionary advantage that large cities, with their complex structures, often fail to replicate.
Urbanization can lead to mental health challenges, as the anonymity of city life undermines essential social connections that humans have evolved to thrive on.
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