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Jealousy increases men's support for feminine honor norms, study finds


When men feel jealous, they may become more supportive of traditional norms requiring women to dress modestly and maintain sexual purity. A new study suggests this "feminine honor" ideology may be an evolutionary strategy for guarding a mate.

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