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What are the stages of relationship development?
What are the stages of relationship development?
Interpersonal attraction is influenced by similarity and physical proximity.
Interpersonal attraction is influenced by similarity and physical proximity.
True
What is one of the common signs that show a relationship is over?
What is one of the common signs that show a relationship is over?
Aggressive behavior
Physical proximity and ______ are often the reasons how people meet and begin relationships.
Physical proximity and ______ are often the reasons how people meet and begin relationships.
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What can affect the initial interactions between individuals?
What can affect the initial interactions between individuals?
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Why might individuals tend to reject others they perceive as unattractive?
Why might individuals tend to reject others they perceive as unattractive?
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Match the following factors with their descriptions related to interpersonal attraction:
Match the following factors with their descriptions related to interpersonal attraction:
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Study Notes
Interpersonal Evaluations
- We form attitudes about people, objects, and events in our lives
- These evaluations range from liking to disliking
- Interpersonal evaluations influence the type of relationship that may be formed
- Relationships can be:
- Friends
- Close acquaintances
- Superficial acquaintances
- Annoying or undesirable acquaintances
Forming Relationships
- Most contacts happen accidentally
- Physical proximity and timing are often the reason people meet and begin relationships
- Interpersonal attraction is the desire to interact with someone based on:
- Physical attractiveness
- Personality
- Proximity
- Similarities
Physical Attributes
- Physical attributes are powerful messages and influence interpersonal evaluations
- Appearance is crucial with respect to attraction to members of the opposite sex
- People respond positively to those who are attractive and negatively to those who are unattractive
The First Interaction
- Individuals meet and interact for the first time
- The interaction might consist of a brief exchange of words electronically or in person
- The interaction might consist of eye contact during which individuals recognize each other's existence and potential interest
- The interaction might end if conversation does not begin
- Various assessments are made during the interaction:
- Whether the other person is attractive or unattractive
- Whether the other person is approachable or unapproachable
- A connection must be made to motivate one or both of the individuals to continue the interaction if a relationship is to develop
- The initiating stage is the first point of interaction
- The initiating stage can lead to a relationship or an end to the potential relationship
Signs That Show a Relationship Is Over
- Aggressive behavior
- Lack of intimacy
- Too much criticism
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Description
This quiz explores interpersonal evaluations and how they shape our relationships with others. It delves into the factors influencing attraction, such as physical proximity and personal traits. Understanding these dynamics can enhance social interactions and relationships in our lives.
