Midterm Flashcards
Ethnocentric
the attitude that the behaviors and customs of ones own ethnic group or culture are superior to others
Socialization
the process of internalizing society’s beliefs. manner in which a society shapes individual behaviors and expectations of behaviors.
Socializing Agent
the social influences (parents, peers, media) that shape behavior
Hooking Up
Non relationships exist without any commitment
Serial Monogamy
the practice of having a series of monogamous sexual relationships
Gender Role
a set of culturally specific norms concerning the expected behaviors and attitude of men and women
Androgyny
capability to integrate both traditionally masculine and feminine characteristics into his gender role
Masturbation
self simulation of ones genitals
Replacement Theory
sexual fantasy in which one imagines one having sex with someone other than their partner
Robert Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love
Intimacy
Passion
Decision/Commitment
John Lee’s Color of Love Theory
Primary (Eros, Ludus, Storge)
Secondary (Pragma, Mania, Agape)
Passionate Love
being in love usually short lived fragile due to being an intensely emotional experience
Compassionate Love
loving/ caring for a person
combination of closeness, intimacy, and commitment. could be felt for a variety of people
Self- Disclosure
revealing self relevant info about self (ones thoughts and feelings that are deep/personal)
Equitable Relationship
relationship where partners have an equal amount of positive and negative outcomes (balanced relationship)
