PSYC 334 Midterm: Exam 1 Review
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Study guide for exam 1: the science of relationships. Ii) attraction: also know the exceptions to these predictors (e. g. , when does similarity not predict attraction; and reciprocal liking vs. selectivity & mystery) Situational variables that influence attraction: arousal stronger effects if unaware of true reason of arousal. Misattribution of arousal people on large suspension bridge rated people as more attractive due to increased heart rate on bridge. Secrecy through suppression, ironic rebound effect. Reactance romeo and juliet effect : the more parents interfere, the more love teens feel for partners. Bad for long term relationships: social influence. Social identity play a role in attraction. Pursuit for men, act as barriers for women. Females use other females" preferences as gauge: romantic red. Increases attraction, sexual desire, time/effort for dates: alcohol everyone looks more attractive, same-sex targets, physical warmth social warmth. Embodied cognition: isolation (privacy) increases sense of intimacy.