All Flashcards
How can the mere-exposure effect be used to increase liking?
Increase the frequency of contact with someone to foster familiarity and liking.
How can understanding passionate love help explain initial attraction?
It explains the intense, often overwhelming attraction at the start of a relationship, driven by physical arousal and cognitive appraisal.
How can understanding companionate love help explain long-term relationships?
It explains the deep, affectionate attachment that develops over time, characterized by comfort, trust, and mutual support.
How can equity be applied to improve a struggling relationship?
Ensure a fair balance of give-and-take, with both partners contributing and receiving equally.
How can self-disclosure be used to build intimacy?
Share intimate details to build trust and intimacy, fostering a deeper connection.
How can the reward theory of attraction be applied in dating?
Engage in behaviors that are rewarding to the other person, such as showing kindness or sharing common interests.
How does the attractiveness bias affect hiring decisions?
Attractive individuals may be perceived as more competent, leading to preferential treatment in hiring processes.
How can proximity be leveraged to form new relationships?
Increase opportunities for interaction with potential partners by spending time in shared spaces.
How can shared activities promote attraction?
Engaging in activities together can create rewarding experiences that strengthen attraction, according to reward theory.
How can understanding the shift from passionate to companionate love help couples?
It helps couples recognize that the transition is normal and encourages them to focus on building deeper connections.
Compare passionate and companionate love.
Passionate love is intense and arousal-based, while companionate love is deep, affectionate, and based on trust and support.
Compare the roles of dopamine and oxytocin in love.
Passionate love involves dopamine surges, while companionate love involves oxytocin, the 'bonding' hormone.
Compare equity and equality in relationships.
Equity is a fair balance of give-and-take, while equality implies identical contributions, which may not always be equitable.
Compare the effects of similarity and proximity on attraction.
Similarity creates a sense of validation and connection, while proximity increases familiarity and exposure.
Compare the evolutionary roots of proximity and physical attractiveness.
Proximity was favored for safety and familiarity, while physical attractiveness signaled health and reproductive fitness.
Compare the short-term and long-term effects of passionate love.
Short-term, passionate love leads to intense attraction and excitement; long-term, it can transition into companionate love or fade.
Compare the roles of self-disclosure and support in building intimacy.
Self-disclosure builds trust through sharing, while support fosters a sense of security and care.
Compare the reward theory of attraction with the mere-exposure effect.
Reward theory focuses on positive interactions and shared interests, while mere-exposure focuses on familiarity through repeated contact.
Compare the effects of high and low self-esteem on attraction to those who like us.
People with low self-esteem may be more attracted to those who like them, while those with high self-esteem may be less influenced.
Compare the importance of physical attractiveness in initial attraction versus long-term relationships.
Physical attractiveness plays a larger role in initial attraction, while other factors like personality and values become more important long-term.
What is the mere-exposure effect?
The more we're exposed to something (or someone), the more we tend to like it.
What is passionate love?
The intense, often overwhelming attraction at the start of a relationship; a state of high arousal and deep desire.
What is companionate love?
The deep, affectionate attachment that develops over time; about comfort, trust, and mutual support.
Define equity in a relationship.
A fair balance of give-and-take. Both partners should contribute and receive equally.
What is self-disclosure?
Sharing intimate details about yourself with your partner. This builds trust and intimacy.
What is the reward theory of attraction?
We like those whose behavior is rewarding to us. This could be anything from shared interests to simple acts of kindness.
Define physical attractiveness bias.
We tend to assume attractive people are healthier, happier, and more successful (though not necessarily more compassionate).
What is proximity in the context of attraction?
Being physically near someone, which increases the likelihood of attraction due to increased contact.
Define cognitive appraisal in the context of passionate love.
Interpreting physiological arousal as attraction towards another person.
What is the role of oxytocin in love?
Oxytocin is the 'bonding' hormone associated with companionate love, fostering feelings of comfort and attachment.