COM CO 101 Study Guide - Final Guide: Interpersonal Attraction, Relational Model
8 Sep 2016
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Need to belong- humans have a biological need to belong to groups and to form relationships. Interpersonal attraction: the basic factors that attract us to other people and to make the idea of developing a relationship with them desirable. Physical attractiveness- humans are more likely to have a favorable impression of physically attractive people. Similarity attraction theory- humans are drawn to people to who are similar to them. Reciprocal liking- humans are likely to be attracted to those who like them. Rewards exchange theory- humans seek out relationships that will provide them with rewards that are greater than the cost of maintaining the relationship. Love- humans are hardwired to want fulfilling, romantic relationships. 3 elements: intimacy (humans want to form relationships with strong, meaningful, emotional bonds), passion, and commitment. Consummate love- combination of intimacy, passion, and commitment in the most satisfying way possible.
