FRHD 2100 Chapter 6: Chapter 6 – Attraction and Love
31 Jul 2015
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Attraction-similarity hypothesis the concept that people tend to develop romantic relationships with those whose levels of attractiveness are similar to their own. Research have founded that those in relationships are similar culturally and in terms of attitudes. Tend to resemble us in race, ethnicity, age, level of education, and religion. 95% of canadians choose their partners of the same racial background. Tend to live among people whose background is like our own. Women are more likely than men to place greater weight on similar attitudes as a determinant of attraction, whereas men are likely to place more value on physical attractiveness. Tend to assume people we find attractive share our attitudes. Reciprocity: if you like me, you must have excellent judgment. When we feel admired and complimented, we tend to return these feelings and behaviours. Research shows that physical attractiveness is a major determinant of interpersonal and sexual attraction.
