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What does the homogamy theory state?
Name one sociological factor of homogamy.
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What is the complimentary needs theory?
What does exchange theory suggest about mate selection?
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What is one psychological factor operative in mate selection?
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What is a dark triad personality?
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What is one factor that might suggest delaying or calling off a wedding?
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Women generally do not consider their partners' earning capacity when selecting a mate.
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What is one reason for a prenuptial agreement?
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Study Notes
Homogamy Theory
- Attraction tends to occur between individuals with similarities in age, race, religion, and social class.
- Higher relationship satisfaction and durability correlate with homogamous couples.
Sociological Factors of Homogamy
- Key factors include race, age, intelligence, education, open-mindedness, social class, physical appearance, career, marital status, religion, personality, circadian preferences, traditional roles, geographic background, and economic values.
Mate Selection Theories
- Homogamy operates almost subconsciously in mate selection.
- Complimentary needs theory emphasizes attraction to partners with opposite needs.
- Exchange theory: Mate selection is influenced by the balance of rewards and costs in the relationship.
Psychological Factors in Mate Selection
- Undesirable personality traits include controlling behavior, narcissism, poor impulse control, hypersensitivity, inflated ego, perfectionism, insecurity, substance abuse, and unhappiness.
Problematic Personality Disorders
- Paranoid: Suspicious and defensive, accusing partners of wrongdoing.
- Schizoid: Cold and solitary, leading to a connection void with partners.
- Borderline: Unstable moods create an unpredictable partner dynamic.
- Antisocial: Deceptive and conscience-free behavior posing risks to the relationship.
- Narcissistic: Self-centered view limits empathy and support for partners.
- Dependent: Clinginess creates emotional strain and jealousy.
- Obsessive-Compulsive: Rigid thinking may impose undue pressures on partners.
- Neurotic: Worries create negative relationship dynamics.
Dark Triad Personality Traits
- Comprises narcissism (grandiose self-view), Machiavellianism (deception), and psychopathy (lack of empathy).
Sociobiological Factors in Mate Selection
- Choices are influenced by reproductive considerations; men favor younger, attractive women while women seek ambitious partners for resource security.
Cultural and Sociological Influences
- Mate selection is contingent upon cultural prerequisites like endogamous (same cultural background) and exogamous (inter-cultural) factors.
- Homogamy reflects geographic and demographic similarities among partners.
Engagement and Premarital Dynamics
- Engagement entails commitment and preparation for marriage, often requiring premarital counseling.
- Observing partner's parents provides insight into future relationship dynamics.
- Prenuptial agreements protect individual assets, especially when children or previous relationships are involved.
Online Dating
- Online relationships comprise about 20% of new relationships; it offers efficiency but presents challenges such as dishonesty and assessing chemistry.
- Apps and speed-dating facilitate modern matchmaking, while international dating highlights cultural desires.
Factors Delaying or Ending Marriages
- Marrying at a young age increases divorce risk.
- Short dating periods often correlate with lower marital satisfaction.
- Significant differences, ongoing conflicts, parental disapproval, low sexual satisfaction, and limited relationship knowledge indicate caution.
Marrying for Incorrect Reasons
- Reasons to avoid marriage include rebounds, escapes from challenges, unplanned pregnancies, coercion, and attempts to fill voids.
Future of Partner Selection
- Increased reliance on internet dating is expected, with continued focus on finding partners sharing similar characteristics linked to happiness and relationship durability.
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Explore the key concepts of homogamy theory and the sociological factors influencing mate selection in this informative flashcard quiz. Understand how similarities in age, race, and social class can affect relationship satisfaction and durability.
