Can self-pleasure give humans an evolutionary edge? Plus, tips for staying cool this summer

[mahatmakanejeeves]

I couldn't decide where this should go; LBN, or the DU Lounge.

Some scientists' new findings suggest it could serve an important role in evolution. Get that and more recent health news here.

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Can self-pleasure give humans an evolutionary edge? Plus, tips for staying cool this summer, and...
Some scientists' new findings suggest it could serve an important role in evolution. Get that and more recent health news here.

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[getagrip_already]

1. Humans aren't the only animals that masturbate.....

Tldr, did they imply that?

[EYESORE 9001]

2. It has long been my contention

that instead of participating in drunken mating rituals which can result in bodily harm to combatants, it’s often preferable to just go home and squeeze one off. Discretion being the better part of valor or somesuch. Oftentimes, however, the brainier head gets overruled.

[Ocelot II]

3. I don't see how hairy palms and going blind is an evolutionary advantage.

[Wounded Bear]

4. Ok, that got a chuckle...

[Mr.Bill]

6. I only did it enough to need glasses.

[LuckyCharms]

9. I had to superglue binoculars to my eye sockets.

[NotASurfer]

5. I hope this gets nominated for an Ig Nobel Prize in Biology

Seems right up their alley. Sweet spot between solid science and a double-take subject

[Solly Mack]

7. I'm so going to sell "Have you evolved today?" bumper stickers.

[LuckyCharms]

8. I SURE HOPE SO.