1. Bell Work 1.What is the difference between prejudice and discrimination? 2.Give an example of a non-racial stereotype.

2. Attraction

3. Activity With a partner (or by yourself), create a list of items that you think will make a recipe for perfect love…

4. Factors Affecting Attraction Proximity Geographically close (same school/hometown/workplace) Mere exposure effect-increased liking due to repeated exposure to stimuli Mere exposure effect Evolutionary route (familiarity indicated safety) Physical Attractiveness Perceive attractive people as healthier, happier, more sensitive, more successful, and more socially skilled Physical attractiveness is largely based on cultural trends, which can change over time Golden ratio-symmetry in the face (average proportions)

5. Factors Affecting Attraction Physical Attractiveness Evolutionary: men view young, fertile women with a low waist-to-hip ratio as attractive Women view men who are healthy-looking, mature, dominant, masculine, and affluent as more attractive Similarity Share common beliefs, attitudes, interests, race, education, intelligence, etc. Dissimilarity breeds discontent and could lead to aggression

6. Factors Affecting Attraction Reciprocal Liking We like those who like us—our positive response can increase the partner’s liking for us Reward theory of attraction: we continue relationships when they offer more rewards than costs Liking Through Association Being classically conditioned to like someone

7. Types of Love Romantic Love Passionate love-occurs when there is a state of emotional arousal, usually at the beginning of a relationship Similar to adrenaline, so sometimes this love fades over time Testosterone, dopamine, adrenaline Companionate love-deep affectionate attachment that is experienced with someone for the long-term Oxytocin

8. Making Relationships Last Equity Both partners put in the same amount of effort that they receive Increases chances of enduring, rewarding relationship (extends into emotional support, parenting style, etc.) Self-disclosure Being open and honest about ourselves Emotional intimacy Positive support Providing support, sympathy, and smiles instead of put- downs and criticisms

9. Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love Love consists of three basic components: 1.Intimacy-feelings of emotional closeness or ties that one has for another person 2.Passion-emotional and sexual arousal a person feels towards another person (physical aspect of love), but is NOT simply sex 3.Commitment-the decisions one makes about a relationship, either short- term or long-term There are 8 types of love, each made out of combinations of the above components.

10. Sternberg’s Theory of Love

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