Abstract

LEON CRISTOBAL, Alejandro. Care in human social behaviour during Prehistory. Temperamentvm [online]. 2020, vol.16, e13194.  Epub June 06, 2022. ISSN 1699-6011.

This paper seeks to show the reader, that human care and social behaviour were already present in Prehistory. From archaeological evidence it can be seen how ancient human species developed complex social structures in which the importance of unity was paramount to survival. Care for children, seniors and patients is demonstrated thanks to the analysis of the prehistoric remains found and their preservation in the archaeological context. This prehistoric care wasn’t only physical, but also a psychological and mental component in life and after death.

Keywords : Care; Human social behaviours; Prehistory; Survival; Archaeology.