Physical attractiveness AO3 Flashcards
(10 cards)
Who conducted research to support evolutionary processes involved in physical attractiveness?
Cunningham et al
What did Cunningham et al find in their research to support evolutionary processes?
There are many similarities across cultures when studying physical attractiveness as a factor affecting attraction in romantic relationships
What features in Cunningham’s reseafrch were seen as attractive across cultures?
Large eyes, prominant cheekbones, small nose and high eyebrows were rated as attractive by Hispanic and Asian males as the features display genetic fitness
What does Cunningham et al’s research show?
It shows that there is universality in physical attractiveness as evolution predicts
Who conducted research to contradict the matching hypothesis?
Taylor et al
What did Taylor et al study?
They studied the activity logs of a popular dating site meaning it is a real-life test of the matching hypothesis because it measured actual date choices not just preferences
What did Taylor et al find in their study?
They found that online daters sought meetings with potential partners who were more physically attractive than them
What does Taylor et al’s study show?
Their study shows that the matching hypothesis is not a key factor when seeking a romantic partner
What is a counter argument for Taylor et al’s research?
Choosing individuals for dating could be considered as different from selecting a partner for a romantic relationship. Just because individuals may seek more attractive potential partners on dating sites, does not mean they are successful in becoming a romantic relationship
What have studies found a correlation between which can be used in the counterargument for Taylor et al’s research?
Mant studies have found a significant correlation in ratings of ‘matched’ physical attractiveness in established romantic relationships
