PSY 3122 Chapter Notes - Chapter 12: Homophily, Attachment Theory
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Mere-exposure efect: the tendency to like a person more if we have been exposed to him or her repeatedly. Homophily: the tendency to have contact with people who share our social characteristics. Perceived similarity: the extent to which an individual believes his or her partner is similar on important characteristics. Fluctuaing asymmetry: asymmetry of bilateral features that are on average symmetrical in the population. Inimate experiences: the meaning a person gives to their interactions with another person. Inimate relaionships: relationships in which intimate interactions occur on a regular and predictable basis. Relationships characterized by affection between partners, mutual trust and partner cohesiveness. Inimacy: a quality of relationships characterized by commitment, feelings of closeness and trust, and self-disclosure. Atachment theory of love: attachment styles are based on our perceptions of ourselves and on our expectations of how other people will respond to us.