PSY 118 CH9 Flashcards
attraction
the initial desire to form a relationship.
initial encounters (familiarity)
-frequent exposure, increases positive feelings
initial encounters; proximity
-same place, same time
matching hypothesis;
do we marry people at the same attractiveness level?
-interest, attitudes, education, religion, social economic status, intelligence (qualities).
MEN FIND ATTRACTIVE
-NEO-NATE FACE
-big eyes, small nose, cheek bones, full lips
-expressive (large smile, high set eyebrows)
-grooming / stylish
-emphasis on thin-ness
what is the parental investment history?
-david buss (1988)
-mating depends on time, energy, and risk
-for men; phyiscal attratvinvess= ferity
-for women; supply resources
women find attractive
-neo-nate, or mature manly features (square jaw, broad forehead)
2 factors affect viability of relationship.
-Reciprocal liking
-refers to liking those who show that they like you.
2 factors affect viability of relationship
Similarity
-we are drawn to those with similar qualities.
attachment theory
-attachment styles; anxious - ambiratent
-20% (clingy, jealous, dependent)
children; Children with insecure-anxious attachment often cling to their caregiver and become extremely distressed upon separation.
adult; Adults with insecure-anxious attachment may have a heightened need for closeness and reassurance in relationships
attachment theory
-attachment styles; avoidant 25%
-aloof, distant, isolated, independent)
–children; They may prioritize independence and self-reliance, often feeling uncomfortable with emotional intimacy and avoiding situations that involve vulnerability.
-adult; Children with insecure-avoidant attachment may avoid or ignore their caregiver, showing little distress upon separation.
attachment theory
-attachment styles; secure 55%
-healthy, happy, interdepend
-; Children with secure attachment tend to feel confident in exploring their environment because they know they have a secure base (their caregiver) to return to if needed.
adult; They are generally able to form secure and satisfying relationships, experiencing mutual trust, respect, and support
Romantic theory;
-sternbergs triangular theory of love
-imtimanly passion (sex), commitent
Type of love; companionate love
-commitment, intimacy
-lacking passion
types of love; consummate love
commitment, intimacy, passion
Types of love; empty love
-just commitment
-lacking intimancy and passion
-you dont like each other, more like disvorced home
Types of love; Fatous love
-commitment
-passion
-lacking intimancy
-couples that get married only been dating for 3wks.
Types of love; infatuation
-just passion
-lacking commitment, intimacy
-just sex, dont know each other
Types of love; liking
-intimacy
-friendzone
Types of love; romantic love
-intimacy
-passion
-lacking commitment
-“young relationships, high school relationships”
what causes loneliness
-early experiences (getting rejected, parenting style)
-genetics
-low self esteem
-social trends? idk
sexual orienaton
-a persons preference for emotional and sexual relationships with individuals of same gender (homosexual), other gender (heterosexual) , or ethier gender (bi-sexual).
physical traits
- individuals tend to pair up with partners who are similar in physical appearance.
-For example, someone who is considered highly attractive may be more likely to pair with another person who is also considered highly attractive
kinsey continuum
-The Kinsey Continuum is a way of understanding sexuality that says it’s not just about being straight or gay, but it’s more like a scale with many different levels.
