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One of the simplest determinants of interpersonal attraction is proximity
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Propinquity
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The finding that the more we see and interact with people, the more likely they are to become our friends and lovers.
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propinquity effect
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Attraction and propinquity rely on
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- Actual physical distance
- Functional distance |
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Certain aspects of architectural design that make it likely some people will come into contact with each other more often than others (e.g. location of rest room, stairs, elevator, or mailboxes).
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Functional distance
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The propinquity effect works because of familiarity-the finding that the more exposure we have to a stimulus, the more apt we are to like it.
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Mere exposure effect
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We can be attracted to people who are:
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- like us or opposite to us
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Like us
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(similarity)
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Opposite to us
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(complementarity)
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What is a stronger predictor of attraction?
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Similarity
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Liking someone who likes us in return.
One of the prime determinants of interpersonal attraction. Reciprocal liking effects only occur if you like yourself in the first place. |
Reciprocal liking
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Another major determinant of liking.
More emphasized by men than by women, especially when choosing a long-term mate. |
Physical attractiveness
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Both sexes prefer...
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larger eyes (baby face feature), prominent cheekbones, and a big smile.
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What do males prefer?
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A female face with a small nose, small chin, and high eyebrows.
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What do females prefer?
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Large chin
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The process whereby people make mistaken inferences about what is causing them to feel the way they do.
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Misattribution of Arousal
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