Human Nature, Metaphysics and Evolutionary Theory

This paper argues that the substance concept, as discussed by Aristotle in his Categories, aids us to improve our understanding of human nature. distinguished primary from secondary substance, and substantial accidental change. We explain these distinctions, their use for phenomena, discuss how we can integrate them with evolutionary explanations For explaining typical characteristics evolved, extend investigations a discussion concept person. It is argued psychological attributes, used characterize persons, are not attributes separate mental Cartesians believe. The person, though qualifies being possessing rational powers. latter evolved result language evolution.