PSYC 2510 Chapter 14: chapter 14 Psychology
17 Apr 2017
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Limited evidence suggests both similarities and differences between cultures in romantic relationships. Koren + ken dion suggest that cultures vary in terms of how they understand and conceptualize love and relationships. Suggest variability attributes to difference in social and psychological differences in individualism and collectivism. Buss found gender differences in mating priorities are universal. Males place higher emphasis on attraction than females who place higher priorities on social status and finance. Attitudes about love in collectivism societies reflect cultural priorities. Ex: eastern cultures report that romantic love is less important for marriage. An evolutionary perspective on attraction: assert that physical appearance is an influential determinant of attraction because certain aspects of good looks can be indicators to certain traits some standards of attraction are more consistent across cultures. Men are more interested than women in seeking youthfulness + physical attractiveness in mates because it may enhance fertility and reproductive potential short term relationship females care about attractiveness as much.
