Interpersonal Attraction Flashcards
evolutionary approach to love
states that men and women are attracted to different characteristics in each other…men are attracted by women’s appearance; women are attracted by men’s resources—because these foster reproductive success.
Evolutionary psychology
the attempt to explain social behavior in terms of genetic factors that evolved over time according to the principals of natural selection.
Attachement styles
the expectations people develop about relationships with others, based on the relationship they had with their primary caregiver when they were infants
secure attachment style
an attachment style characterized by trust, a lack of concern with being abandoned, and the view that one is worthy and well liked. (infant not worried about being abandoned and view themselves worthy)
avoidant attachment style
develops in those who have aloof and distant caregivers as infants. (infants desire to be close to their caregiver but learn to suppress this need)
anxious/ambivalent attachment style
caregivers who are inconsistent and overbearing in their affection. (infants anxious because they never know what to expect from their caregivers)
anxious/ambivalent attachment style
caregivers who are inconsistent and overbearing in their affection. (infants anxious because they never know what to expect from their caregivers)
Exchange relationships
relationships governed by the need for equity (i.e. for an equal ratio of rewards and costs)
Communal relationships
relationships in which people’s primary concern is being responsive to the other person’s needs.
Research has found all of the following facial features to be considered physically attractive..
- Large eyes
- Big smile
- Small nose
Propinquity Effect
The more we see and interact with people, the more likely they are to become our friends.
Mere Exposure Effect
The finding that the more exposure we have to a stimulus the more apt we are to like it.
Similarity
A match between our interests, attitudes, values, background, or personality and those of another person.
Social Exchange Theory
The idea that people’s feelings about a relationship depend on their perception of the rewards and costs of the relationship they deserve, and their chance for having a better relationship with someone else.
Equity Theory
The idea that people are happiest with relationship in witch the rewards and coast experienced and the contribution made by both parties are roughly equal.
