S9- Interpersonal Attraction Flashcards
Social comparison theory
The theory that proposes that we evaluate our thoughts and actions by comparing them with those of others
Interpersonal attraction
The desire to approach other people
Social change theory
The theory that proposes that we seek out and maintain those relationships in which the rewards exceed the costs
Physical attractiveness stereotype
The belief that physically attractive individuals possess socially desirable personality traits and lead happier lives than less attractive persons
Body esteem
A person’s attitudes toward his or her body
Matching hypothesis
The proposition that people are attracted to others who are similar to them in particular
Social anxiety
The unpleasant emotion people experience due to their concern with interpersonal evaluation
Loneliness
Having a smaller or less satisfactory network of social and intimate relationships than one desires
Social skills training
A behavioral training program designed to improve interpersonal skills through observation, modeling, role-playing, and behavioral rehearsal
