testing outlines - old version - ben

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  • disclosure
  • exchange
  • satisfy
  • appearance
 
  1. Factors of interpersonal attraction influence our choice of relational partners.
      • is especially important in the beginning of a relationship but becomes less important as the relationship progresses.
      • The similarity thesis states that similarities form the basis of relationships. Similarities are validating, make others more predictable, and encourage us to like someone we believe will like us.
      • Complementarity is when each partner's characteristics
          the other's needs.
        • Some relationships are based on the economic model, called social
            exchange theory, that we seek out people who can give us rewards greater than or equal to the costs we encounter in dealing with them.
            1. Comparison level (CL) is the minimum standard of what behavior in a relationship is acceptable.
            2. Comparison level of alternatives (CLalt) is the standard that compares the rewards one receives in a current relationship and what can be expected in other situations.
          • We like to be around talented people because we hope others’ skills and abilities will rub off on us.
          • Proximity matters because we are likely to develop relationships with people with whom we frequently interact.
            • , telling others important information about yourself, can help build liking.
            li>Factors of interpersonal attraction influence our choice of relational partners.
              • is especially important in the beginning of a relationship but becomes less important as the relationship progresses.
              • The similarity thesis states that similarities form the basis of relationships. Similarities are validating, make others more predictable, and encourage us to like someone we believe will like us.
              • Complementarity is when each partner's characteristics
                  the other's needs.
                • Some relationships are based on the economic model, called social
                    exchange theory, that we seek out people who can give us rewards greater than or equal to the costs we encounter in dealing with them.
                    1. Comparison level (CL) is the minimum standard of what behavior in a relationship is acceptable.
                    2. Comparison level of alternatives (CLalt) is the standard that compares the rewards one receives in a current relationship and what can be expected in other situations.
                  • We like to be around talented people because we hope others’ skills and abilities will rub off on us.
                  • Proximity matters because we are likely to develop relationships with people with whom we frequently interact.
                    • , telling others important information about yourself, can help build liking.

                   

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