PSYC 351 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: James W. Pennebaker, Physical Attractiveness, Attachment Theory
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We are attracted to those whose presence is rewarding (directly or indirectly) Many factors contribute to who we find attractive-- who we want to be our friends and romantic partners. The computer dance study (walster et al. , 1966) Single students got free tickets to a dance. Large eyes, small nose, small chin, and full lips (baby face) However, boyish good looks are also seen as attractive. Waist to hip ratio of . 70 for women and . 90 for men. Pennebaker et al. , 1979 ; closing time study. Men approached at 9, 10:30 or 12pm to rate attractiveness. Women were rated increase attractive with time. Madet et al. , ; 1996 (replication of pennebaker study) Weren"t in committed relationship viewed women to be more attractive over time. Meta-analysis of studies by eagly et al, (1991) found: Stronger correlations on social skills & intelligence. Correlation with integrity and concern for others. Attraction to those who are near us.
