Hylkimäismekanismi
Hylkimäismekanismi, often translated as the "rejection mechanism" or "repulsion mechanism," refers to a conceptual framework in evolutionary biology and psychology that attempts to explain certain human behaviors and social dynamics. It posits that individuals and groups may develop mechanisms to ostracize or reject those who deviate significantly from established norms, genetic predispositions, or social expectations. This mechanism is thought to have an adaptive function, aiming to protect the integrity of the group or the individual's genetic lineage by minimizing the spread of harmful traits or behaviors.
The concept draws parallels from animal behavior, where individuals exhibiting illness or genetic abnormalities might be
Psychologically, it might be linked to innate predispositions for in-group favoritism and out-group suspicion, which can