Researchers looking across cultures (e.g., Lam et al., 2016; Tran et al., 2008) have identified three themes or categories of preferences which people use to evaluate potential mates. Which of the three is cited as important by males and females and often relates to relationship success?

Research on the connection between attractiveness and health has found

Is the saying “opposites attract” confirmed by research?

According to evolutionary psychology claims, what do women seek most in a relationship partner?

According to the assigned article by Pines [Reading #7], which factor was named as least influential to their attraction by both men and women? 

Research suggests individuals evaluate their partners using which of the following?

In childhood, friendships are defined by the need for _______.

In adolescence, individuals’ safe haven changes, what does this entail?

According to Hall (2012), as noted in your textbook, what do we expect good friends to be?

During midlife, people see more and more of a lover and see less and less of their friends. What pattern does this display?