The document summarizes the results of a survey conducted with 100 participants about their preferences in a partner. The survey found that most participants believed characteristics were more important than physical appearance when choosing a partner. 51% of participants said they would not date someone based on attractiveness alone if they disapproved of their personality. Characteristics like intelligence and humor were seen as most appealing. While appearance can attract initially, the survey showed characteristics are what most value when considering a long-term partner.
1) The study examined factors that influence mate selection among 100 participants. Kindness was the most important factor, followed by intelligence and physical appearance.
2) Most participants found an age difference of 1-5 years acceptable. Over half were open to long-distance relationships and interracial dating. Bad family background was a dealbreaker for most.
3) Opinions on online dating, speed dating and blind dating were mixed, with fewer participants willing to use these methods themselves compared to viewing them as viable options in general. Characteristics like kindness were seen as more important than wealth.
This document presents the research findings of a study on labeling theory and its impact on juvenile behavior in high schools. The study utilized questionnaires distributed to students across two high schools to collect primary data, along with statistical data from school administrators. Key findings included that lower class boys and middle class girls were more susceptible to deviant acts. Peer pressure was identified as the main motivation for such acts. Over 80% of respondents believed dysfunctional families contributed to the number of deviants in schools. The research aimed to understand the motivations and impacts of labeling on juvenile behavior, in fulfillment of the sociology syllabus requirements.
1) Physical appearance plays an important role in initial attraction and dating success, though personality becomes more important over the long-term. Studies show men prioritize physical attractiveness more than women, especially for short-term relationships.
2) Different types of love - passionate, companionate, and commitment - factor into relationship satisfaction according to Sternberg's triangular theory of love. Healthy relationships incorporate all three.
3) Dating customs have evolved significantly over time from parental-arranged marriages to today's more casual relationships. This correlates with rising divorce rates as compatibility issues become clearer over the long run.
The document discusses the effects of having false friends. It begins by defining friendship and different types of friends, including false friends who only act friendly for their own benefit and are not sincere. The document then discusses several studies and literature that talk about the negative effects of false friends, such as feeling betrayed when they are not there during difficult times. The document suggests that false friends can damage trust in relationships and cause emotional harm. It emphasizes the importance of choosing friends wisely and being aware of competitive friends who may try to undermine the friendship.
A research On Premarital Relationship and Break Up Among The University’s Stu...s.m. parvej
This document is a research paper submitted by S.M. Parvej to their sociology lecturer at East West University. The paper investigates premarital relationships and breakups among university students in Bangladesh. It begins with an acknowledgment thanking those who helped with the research. The abstract introduces that modern Bangladeshi culture has seen a rise in virtual relationships and premarital relationships now directly impact society. The paper includes chapters on literature review discussing relationships in other Asian contexts, methodology explaining the qualitative research method used, findings presenting data on relationship rates by age and relationship profiles. It aims to understand factors driving relationships and breakups and their effects on young people and society.
The document summarizes research into sexual relationships and satisfaction. It presents a hypothesis that women tend to hide lack of sexual pleasure more than men. An online survey of 52 sexually active participants aged 18-20 was conducted, finding that 79% of women faked pleasure or orgasm compared to 40% of men. The results supported the hypothesis and highlighted issues such as women feeling less comfortable with their bodies and not communicating pain to partners. Limitations included potential for lying and a small sample size.
1) The study examined factors that influence mate selection among 100 participants. Kindness was the most important factor, followed by intelligence and physical appearance.
2) Most participants found an age difference of 1-5 years acceptable. Over half were open to long-distance relationships and interracial dating. Bad family background was a dealbreaker for most.
3) Opinions on online dating, speed dating and blind dating were mixed, with fewer participants willing to use these methods themselves compared to viewing them as viable options in general. Characteristics like kindness were seen as more important than wealth.
This document presents the research findings of a study on labeling theory and its impact on juvenile behavior in high schools. The study utilized questionnaires distributed to students across two high schools to collect primary data, along with statistical data from school administrators. Key findings included that lower class boys and middle class girls were more susceptible to deviant acts. Peer pressure was identified as the main motivation for such acts. Over 80% of respondents believed dysfunctional families contributed to the number of deviants in schools. The research aimed to understand the motivations and impacts of labeling on juvenile behavior, in fulfillment of the sociology syllabus requirements.
1) Physical appearance plays an important role in initial attraction and dating success, though personality becomes more important over the long-term. Studies show men prioritize physical attractiveness more than women, especially for short-term relationships.
2) Different types of love - passionate, companionate, and commitment - factor into relationship satisfaction according to Sternberg's triangular theory of love. Healthy relationships incorporate all three.
3) Dating customs have evolved significantly over time from parental-arranged marriages to today's more casual relationships. This correlates with rising divorce rates as compatibility issues become clearer over the long run.
The document discusses the effects of having false friends. It begins by defining friendship and different types of friends, including false friends who only act friendly for their own benefit and are not sincere. The document then discusses several studies and literature that talk about the negative effects of false friends, such as feeling betrayed when they are not there during difficult times. The document suggests that false friends can damage trust in relationships and cause emotional harm. It emphasizes the importance of choosing friends wisely and being aware of competitive friends who may try to undermine the friendship.
A research On Premarital Relationship and Break Up Among The University’s Stu...s.m. parvej
This document is a research paper submitted by S.M. Parvej to their sociology lecturer at East West University. The paper investigates premarital relationships and breakups among university students in Bangladesh. It begins with an acknowledgment thanking those who helped with the research. The abstract introduces that modern Bangladeshi culture has seen a rise in virtual relationships and premarital relationships now directly impact society. The paper includes chapters on literature review discussing relationships in other Asian contexts, methodology explaining the qualitative research method used, findings presenting data on relationship rates by age and relationship profiles. It aims to understand factors driving relationships and breakups and their effects on young people and society.
The document summarizes research into sexual relationships and satisfaction. It presents a hypothesis that women tend to hide lack of sexual pleasure more than men. An online survey of 52 sexually active participants aged 18-20 was conducted, finding that 79% of women faked pleasure or orgasm compared to 40% of men. The results supported the hypothesis and highlighted issues such as women feeling less comfortable with their bodies and not communicating pain to partners. Limitations included potential for lying and a small sample size.
Females had a more positive attitude towards romantic relationships than males. There was no significant gender difference in views on what a partner can provide or physical attractiveness. Males held more traditional views supporting the concept of double standards in relationships compared to females. The study found both similarities and differences in how males and females view romantic and sexual relationships, contradicting some past research. Further research should examine the influence of other factors like religion and relationship status.
This is the research analysis my group compiled to analyze the results of a survey done for Children's Museum of Alamance County in order to create a strategic campaign to increase their donations and attendance.
The impact of bullying in adolescents on schoolDenni Domingo
This document is a research paper on the impact of bullying in adolescents at school. It was submitted by 6 students to their professor and discusses several key points about bullying:
1. Bullying is a widespread problem that affects millions of students worldwide and can have both short-term and long-term negative consequences for both bullies and their victims.
2. There are different types of bullying, including physical, verbal, cyber, and emotional bullying. Bullies often target victims due to perceived differences in appearance, race, religion, nationality or other factors.
3. Bullying can seriously impact a person's mental health, self-esteem and academic performance. Both bullies and their victims are more likely to
This document summarizes a research study on the negative effects of verbal bullying on English language learners. The study used observation, interviews, checklists and workshops to examine how bullying impacts students' learning and performance in English classes, particularly their speaking skills. The results showed that victims of bullying experienced anxiety, low self-esteem and isolation, which hindered their participation and concentration in oral activities. They avoided group work and goal-setting due to a lack of confidence and security. As a result, victims showed little improvement in English skills and had lower grades, leading to frustration. The study concluded that bullying creates barriers to learning by damaging students' confidence, interaction and overall learning process.
- Bullying is a widespread problem among young children and can take various forms such as physical, verbal, or social bullying. According to studies, 20.4% of children ages 2-5 experience physical bullying and 14.6% experience teasing. (Section 1)
- One study analyzed 25 children's books and found that most common bullying depicted was verbal intimidation and name-calling. Males comprised 60% of bullies and 48% of victims depicted. (Section 2)
- A second study of 4-6 year olds in London schools found aggressors were nominated most often, followed by victims then defenders. Teachers nominated about 10% as both aggressors and victims. (Section 3)
The Effects Of Bullying On The Gay Persons Self Esteemcw2001
Bullying has long lasting negative effects on the self-esteem of gay individuals. Studies have shown that nearly half of gay people experienced bullying in school, resulting in poor academic performance, truancy, dropping out, and increased rates of suicide attempts. The effects of bullying can continue into adulthood with higher rates of substance abuse, psychological distress, and poor mental health outcomes in those who were bullied. Bullying in any form, whether physical, verbal, or relational, significantly damages the well-being and development of gay youth.
The Pathway To Smoking Role Of Family, Peer And Environment In Shaping Adoles...PRN USM
This document summarizes a study on smoking acquisition among Malaysian adolescents. The study found that smoking uptake occurs in stages, from non-susceptible non-smokers to experimenters to irregular smokers and eventually regular smokers. Different factors influence progression between stages, such as parental and peer smoking attitudes, spending time in public places, and religiosity. The study identified predictors of moving between stages to help inform tailored tobacco prevention strategies targeting different at-risk groups.
The document is a psychology project report on choosing a mate. It includes an introduction discussing mate selection as an evolutionary process. The method section describes the quantitative research design, including questionnaires given to 100 participants to determine factors considered in mate selection. The results section presents 10 figures showing participants preferred kindness, intelligence and physical appearance as the top 3 factors. Most accepted an age difference of 1-5 years and over half accepted long distance relationships or different races. Discussion analyzes the findings and differences between male and female mate preferences based on evolutionary perspectives.
The document is a psychology project report on choosing a mate. It includes an introduction discussing mate selection as an evolutionary process. The method section describes the quantitative research design, including questionnaires given to 100 participants to determine factors considered in mate selection. The results section presents 10 figures showing participants preferred kindness, intelligence and physical appearance as the top 3 factors. Most accepted an age difference of 1-5 years and over half accepted long distance relationships or different races. Discussion analyzes the findings and differences between male and female mate preferences based on evolutionary perspectives.
The document summarizes research on factors that influence mate selection. It presents results from a survey of 100 participants on their views of important qualities when choosing a mate. The top three most important factors were kindness, intelligence, and physical appearance. Most participants found an age difference of 1-5 years acceptable and over half were open to long-distance relationships or dating outside their race. Bad family backgrounds were a deterrent for most. Online dating and speed dating were not widely viewed as effective methods for selecting a mate.
The document is a psychology project report on choosing a mate. It includes an introduction describing the topic of selecting a mate and factors that may be considered. The method section outlines the research design, 100 participants, materials of questionnaires, and procedure of conducting surveys and analyzing results. The results section presents 6 figures showing most participants preferred kindness over other traits when selecting a mate, accepted a small age difference, could accept long distance relationships, would consider different races, and would not accept a partner with a bad family background.
This document appears to be a research paper examining sexual relationships and satisfaction between male and female partners. It includes an introduction outlining the purpose of studying communication in sexual relationships. The method section describes conducting an online survey of 52 participants between ages 18-30 on their sexual experiences and satisfaction. The results section reports findings from the survey, including that most participants were Buddhist, had not yet married but were living together, and reported highest sexual satisfaction for males compared to females. The conclusion suggests more open communication between partners could lead to greater sexual satisfaction for both.
Social Comparison or Association? Effects of Facebook Friend Profile Viewing ...Holly Slang
This study examined the effects of viewing other people's Facebook profiles on self-esteem. In experiment 1, 242 participants viewed either their own profile or a profile of someone with fewer, equal, or more friends. Viewing another's profile increased reported happiness but decreased self-esteem compared to viewing one's own profile. Those who viewed a more popular profile reported lower self-esteem and higher intentions to show off. In experiment 2, 285 participants were primed with either associative or comparative contexts before viewing profiles. Results showed gender differences in responses, with men feeling higher self-esteem viewing less popular profiles and women feeling lower self-esteem viewing equally popular profiles in associative contexts. The study found social networking
This document summarizes a study on perceptions of interracial relationships among college students in Malaysia. A survey was conducted with 100 students of varying races and ages at a private institution. Results showed that most participants were aged 19-24. Chinese, Indian, and other race participants generally had open-minded views of interracial relationships, as did their parents. However, most Malay participants did not mind relationships with other races but believed their parents would disapprove. Overall, the findings provide insight into attitudes toward interracial dating among different ethnic groups in Malaysia.
This document summarizes a study on perceptions of interracial relationships among college students in Malaysia. A survey was conducted with 100 students of varying races and ages at a private institution. Results showed that most participants were aged 19-24 and open to interracial relationships. However, Malay students indicated that while they were open to other races, their parents may not approve as much. Overall, participants tended to prefer partners of similar skin color and from nearby Southeast Asian or Asian countries that they were familiar with. The study supported the hypothesis that similarity, proximity and familiarity influence attractiveness and relationship choices.
This document summarizes a study on perceptions of interracial relationships among college students in Malaysia. A survey was conducted with 100 students of varying races and ages at a private institution. Results showed that most participants were aged 19-24. Chinese, Indian, and other races generally had open-minded parents regarding interracial relationships. However, many Malay students said their parents would disapprove despite them being comfortable with other races. The study found that similarity, familiarity and proximity influence relationship preferences and attitudes toward other races.
The document discusses a study on how social comparison on social media affects self-esteem. It conducted a survey of college students about their social media use and habits of comparing themselves to others. The results showed that most students use social media daily, feel a sense of belonging from groups, and compare aspects of their lives like photos and activities to other students' profiles. A significant portion felt worse about themselves after viewing peers' posts that portrayed desirable social situations. The conclusion is that social media allows people to curate ideal versions of their lives, leading others to unconsciously compare and potentially feel inadequate about their own lives.
The document summarizes a research study on interpersonal attraction. It includes:
- A list of group members conducting the research.
- The topic, aim, and hypotheses about types of attraction (physical, social, task) that influence partner choice.
- A description of the method including participants, materials, and procedure.
- Results showing types of attraction preferred by male and female participants for different partner types.
- An analysis and conclusion that physical attraction was preferred by males while social attraction was preferred by females, partially supporting prior research but finding cultural differences.
The document summarizes research on the effects of dating apps on intimate relationships among college students. A study surveyed 50 college students, 25 who used dating apps and 25 who did not. It found that dating app users tended to have more casual sexual encounters than non-users, but both groups had similar rates of committed relationships. However, the study was limited by a small sample size from one geographic region. Future research should use qualitative methods to gain deeper insights into how dating apps influence relationships over time.
The document summarizes the results of a study on the accuracy of first impressions based on appearances. 120 participants (60 male and 60 female) rated their first impressions of 4 male and 4 female models by answering questions about the models' personalities and backgrounds. The results showed that 46.67% of participants thought first impressions were accurate, while 53.33% thought they were inaccurate. However, the average accuracy rates were only 40.27% for those thinking impressions were accurate and 37.59% for those thinking they were inaccurate. Since these rates are below 50%, the conclusion is that first impressions based on appearances are generally inaccurate.
This document summarizes a study on perceptions of interracial relationships among college students in Malaysia. A survey was conducted with 100 students of varying races and ages at a private institution. Most participants were between 19-24 years old. The results showed that while most Chinese, Indian, and other races were open to interracial relationships, many Malay students said their parents would disapprove. Figures in the report provide additional details on participants' demographics, preferences in partners' country of origin and skin color. The discussion section analyzes the findings and confirms that similarity, familiarity and proximity influence relationship and dating preferences.
This study investigated how physical attractiveness, social attractiveness, and self-esteem affect perceptions of desirability and reciprocity in online dating. 80 students viewed one of four fictional dating profiles that varied in physical and social attractiveness of the person depicted. Participants completed self-esteem and desirability/reciprocity measures. Results showed that profiles with high physical or social attractiveness were seen as more desirable. Profiles with both high physical and social attractiveness were seen as most desirable. Contrary to hypotheses, those with low self-esteem perceived higher reciprocity than those with high self-esteem. The study provides insight into how attributes affect perceptions in online dating.
Females had a more positive attitude towards romantic relationships than males. There was no significant gender difference in views on what a partner can provide or physical attractiveness. Males held more traditional views supporting the concept of double standards in relationships compared to females. The study found both similarities and differences in how males and females view romantic and sexual relationships, contradicting some past research. Further research should examine the influence of other factors like religion and relationship status.
This is the research analysis my group compiled to analyze the results of a survey done for Children's Museum of Alamance County in order to create a strategic campaign to increase their donations and attendance.
The impact of bullying in adolescents on schoolDenni Domingo
This document is a research paper on the impact of bullying in adolescents at school. It was submitted by 6 students to their professor and discusses several key points about bullying:
1. Bullying is a widespread problem that affects millions of students worldwide and can have both short-term and long-term negative consequences for both bullies and their victims.
2. There are different types of bullying, including physical, verbal, cyber, and emotional bullying. Bullies often target victims due to perceived differences in appearance, race, religion, nationality or other factors.
3. Bullying can seriously impact a person's mental health, self-esteem and academic performance. Both bullies and their victims are more likely to
This document summarizes a research study on the negative effects of verbal bullying on English language learners. The study used observation, interviews, checklists and workshops to examine how bullying impacts students' learning and performance in English classes, particularly their speaking skills. The results showed that victims of bullying experienced anxiety, low self-esteem and isolation, which hindered their participation and concentration in oral activities. They avoided group work and goal-setting due to a lack of confidence and security. As a result, victims showed little improvement in English skills and had lower grades, leading to frustration. The study concluded that bullying creates barriers to learning by damaging students' confidence, interaction and overall learning process.
- Bullying is a widespread problem among young children and can take various forms such as physical, verbal, or social bullying. According to studies, 20.4% of children ages 2-5 experience physical bullying and 14.6% experience teasing. (Section 1)
- One study analyzed 25 children's books and found that most common bullying depicted was verbal intimidation and name-calling. Males comprised 60% of bullies and 48% of victims depicted. (Section 2)
- A second study of 4-6 year olds in London schools found aggressors were nominated most often, followed by victims then defenders. Teachers nominated about 10% as both aggressors and victims. (Section 3)
The Effects Of Bullying On The Gay Persons Self Esteemcw2001
Bullying has long lasting negative effects on the self-esteem of gay individuals. Studies have shown that nearly half of gay people experienced bullying in school, resulting in poor academic performance, truancy, dropping out, and increased rates of suicide attempts. The effects of bullying can continue into adulthood with higher rates of substance abuse, psychological distress, and poor mental health outcomes in those who were bullied. Bullying in any form, whether physical, verbal, or relational, significantly damages the well-being and development of gay youth.
The Pathway To Smoking Role Of Family, Peer And Environment In Shaping Adoles...PRN USM
This document summarizes a study on smoking acquisition among Malaysian adolescents. The study found that smoking uptake occurs in stages, from non-susceptible non-smokers to experimenters to irregular smokers and eventually regular smokers. Different factors influence progression between stages, such as parental and peer smoking attitudes, spending time in public places, and religiosity. The study identified predictors of moving between stages to help inform tailored tobacco prevention strategies targeting different at-risk groups.
The document is a psychology project report on choosing a mate. It includes an introduction discussing mate selection as an evolutionary process. The method section describes the quantitative research design, including questionnaires given to 100 participants to determine factors considered in mate selection. The results section presents 10 figures showing participants preferred kindness, intelligence and physical appearance as the top 3 factors. Most accepted an age difference of 1-5 years and over half accepted long distance relationships or different races. Discussion analyzes the findings and differences between male and female mate preferences based on evolutionary perspectives.
The document is a psychology project report on choosing a mate. It includes an introduction discussing mate selection as an evolutionary process. The method section describes the quantitative research design, including questionnaires given to 100 participants to determine factors considered in mate selection. The results section presents 10 figures showing participants preferred kindness, intelligence and physical appearance as the top 3 factors. Most accepted an age difference of 1-5 years and over half accepted long distance relationships or different races. Discussion analyzes the findings and differences between male and female mate preferences based on evolutionary perspectives.
The document summarizes research on factors that influence mate selection. It presents results from a survey of 100 participants on their views of important qualities when choosing a mate. The top three most important factors were kindness, intelligence, and physical appearance. Most participants found an age difference of 1-5 years acceptable and over half were open to long-distance relationships or dating outside their race. Bad family backgrounds were a deterrent for most. Online dating and speed dating were not widely viewed as effective methods for selecting a mate.
The document is a psychology project report on choosing a mate. It includes an introduction describing the topic of selecting a mate and factors that may be considered. The method section outlines the research design, 100 participants, materials of questionnaires, and procedure of conducting surveys and analyzing results. The results section presents 6 figures showing most participants preferred kindness over other traits when selecting a mate, accepted a small age difference, could accept long distance relationships, would consider different races, and would not accept a partner with a bad family background.
This document appears to be a research paper examining sexual relationships and satisfaction between male and female partners. It includes an introduction outlining the purpose of studying communication in sexual relationships. The method section describes conducting an online survey of 52 participants between ages 18-30 on their sexual experiences and satisfaction. The results section reports findings from the survey, including that most participants were Buddhist, had not yet married but were living together, and reported highest sexual satisfaction for males compared to females. The conclusion suggests more open communication between partners could lead to greater sexual satisfaction for both.
Social Comparison or Association? Effects of Facebook Friend Profile Viewing ...Holly Slang
This study examined the effects of viewing other people's Facebook profiles on self-esteem. In experiment 1, 242 participants viewed either their own profile or a profile of someone with fewer, equal, or more friends. Viewing another's profile increased reported happiness but decreased self-esteem compared to viewing one's own profile. Those who viewed a more popular profile reported lower self-esteem and higher intentions to show off. In experiment 2, 285 participants were primed with either associative or comparative contexts before viewing profiles. Results showed gender differences in responses, with men feeling higher self-esteem viewing less popular profiles and women feeling lower self-esteem viewing equally popular profiles in associative contexts. The study found social networking
This document summarizes a study on perceptions of interracial relationships among college students in Malaysia. A survey was conducted with 100 students of varying races and ages at a private institution. Results showed that most participants were aged 19-24. Chinese, Indian, and other race participants generally had open-minded views of interracial relationships, as did their parents. However, most Malay participants did not mind relationships with other races but believed their parents would disapprove. Overall, the findings provide insight into attitudes toward interracial dating among different ethnic groups in Malaysia.
This document summarizes a study on perceptions of interracial relationships among college students in Malaysia. A survey was conducted with 100 students of varying races and ages at a private institution. Results showed that most participants were aged 19-24 and open to interracial relationships. However, Malay students indicated that while they were open to other races, their parents may not approve as much. Overall, participants tended to prefer partners of similar skin color and from nearby Southeast Asian or Asian countries that they were familiar with. The study supported the hypothesis that similarity, proximity and familiarity influence attractiveness and relationship choices.
This document summarizes a study on perceptions of interracial relationships among college students in Malaysia. A survey was conducted with 100 students of varying races and ages at a private institution. Results showed that most participants were aged 19-24. Chinese, Indian, and other races generally had open-minded parents regarding interracial relationships. However, many Malay students said their parents would disapprove despite them being comfortable with other races. The study found that similarity, familiarity and proximity influence relationship preferences and attitudes toward other races.
The document discusses a study on how social comparison on social media affects self-esteem. It conducted a survey of college students about their social media use and habits of comparing themselves to others. The results showed that most students use social media daily, feel a sense of belonging from groups, and compare aspects of their lives like photos and activities to other students' profiles. A significant portion felt worse about themselves after viewing peers' posts that portrayed desirable social situations. The conclusion is that social media allows people to curate ideal versions of their lives, leading others to unconsciously compare and potentially feel inadequate about their own lives.
The document summarizes a research study on interpersonal attraction. It includes:
- A list of group members conducting the research.
- The topic, aim, and hypotheses about types of attraction (physical, social, task) that influence partner choice.
- A description of the method including participants, materials, and procedure.
- Results showing types of attraction preferred by male and female participants for different partner types.
- An analysis and conclusion that physical attraction was preferred by males while social attraction was preferred by females, partially supporting prior research but finding cultural differences.
The document summarizes research on the effects of dating apps on intimate relationships among college students. A study surveyed 50 college students, 25 who used dating apps and 25 who did not. It found that dating app users tended to have more casual sexual encounters than non-users, but both groups had similar rates of committed relationships. However, the study was limited by a small sample size from one geographic region. Future research should use qualitative methods to gain deeper insights into how dating apps influence relationships over time.
The document summarizes the results of a study on the accuracy of first impressions based on appearances. 120 participants (60 male and 60 female) rated their first impressions of 4 male and 4 female models by answering questions about the models' personalities and backgrounds. The results showed that 46.67% of participants thought first impressions were accurate, while 53.33% thought they were inaccurate. However, the average accuracy rates were only 40.27% for those thinking impressions were accurate and 37.59% for those thinking they were inaccurate. Since these rates are below 50%, the conclusion is that first impressions based on appearances are generally inaccurate.
This document summarizes a study on perceptions of interracial relationships among college students in Malaysia. A survey was conducted with 100 students of varying races and ages at a private institution. Most participants were between 19-24 years old. The results showed that while most Chinese, Indian, and other races were open to interracial relationships, many Malay students said their parents would disapprove. Figures in the report provide additional details on participants' demographics, preferences in partners' country of origin and skin color. The discussion section analyzes the findings and confirms that similarity, familiarity and proximity influence relationship and dating preferences.
This study investigated how physical attractiveness, social attractiveness, and self-esteem affect perceptions of desirability and reciprocity in online dating. 80 students viewed one of four fictional dating profiles that varied in physical and social attractiveness of the person depicted. Participants completed self-esteem and desirability/reciprocity measures. Results showed that profiles with high physical or social attractiveness were seen as more desirable. Profiles with both high physical and social attractiveness were seen as most desirable. Contrary to hypotheses, those with low self-esteem perceived higher reciprocity than those with high self-esteem. The study provides insight into how attributes affect perceptions in online dating.
Running Head LASA 1 Final Project Early Methods Section .docxcharisellington63520
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1. What is your research question? My research question for this study is, what is the relationship between peer pressure and underage drinking?
2. at is your hypothesis or hypotheses? What is the null hypothesis? There is a positive correlation between peer pressure and underage drinking. My null hypothesis is There is no correlation between peer pressure and underage drinking.
3. How many participants would you like to use and why? What are the inclusion characteristics, i.e., what must they have in order to be included in your study (for example, gender, diagnosis, age, personality traits, etc.)? Are there any exclusion characteristics, i.e. are there certain characteristics that would exclude them from being in your study? Does the sample need to be diverse? Why or why not? For this study I think I would use about 200 students from 4 different schools in the same general area. I would get 25 students from each school, my inclusion characteristics would be female and male students ages 10-20, different social groups, grades levels, and those who have had an alcoholic drink. Some Exclusion characteristics would be kids who are too old, homeschooled, or have never had a drink. The sample for this study needs to be diverse because I don’t believe one could get an accurate reading and or estimation of which students are under the influence and which aren’t without a large population of samples. The samples do not need to be completely diverse however because I am still looking for a certain type of person in a limited group.
4. What sampling technique will be used to collect your sample? What population does your sample generalize to? The sampling technique which will be used to collect my sample isconvenience sampling. Convenience sampling is a non-probability statistical method of drawingrepresentativedata by selecting people because of the ease of their volunteering or selecting units because of their availability or easy access. Convenience sampling is limited when generalizing. Since the sample is not representative of the population, the results of the study cannot speak for the entire population. This results to a low external validity of the study.
5. What are the variables in your study? The two variables in my study are peer pressure and underage drinking.
6. Provide operational definitions for each variable.
Peer pressure is the influence you feel from a person or group of people to do something you might not otherwise consider doing. Peer pressure isn’t always a negative thing. It can be a positive influence and help challenge or motivate you to do your best. However, it’s helpful to recognize that peer pressure can also be negative. It can result in yo.
The document is an acknowledgement section from a research paper. It thanks the research supervisor, participants in the study, and research group members for their contributions. The supervisor provided guidance and encouragement. Participants contributed their time by completing survey forms. Group members cooperated and worked hard to complete the project. Preserving participants' anonymity was also mentioned.
This study examined dating experiences of online dating users and non-users among college students. The author conducted in-depth interviews with 5 online dating users and 5 non-users at Reinhardt University. The interviews were recorded and themes from the responses were analyzed. Using interviews allowed the author to directly compare experiences of those who do and do not use online dating, but interviews were time-consuming for both the interviewer and interviewees. Overall, the study aimed to expand understanding of individual experiences with online dating.
- The document is a research report on students' preferences for studying alone or in groups.
- A survey of 79 students at Taylor's University found that more female students preferred studying alone compared to male students. However, more students of both genders preferred working in groups.
- Students reported their preference to study alone was due to factors like being easily distracted, following friends on breaks, and a risk of wasting time. They felt group work was more beneficial for problem solving and bonding with friends.
This document is a social psychology research report on students' preferences for studying alone or in groups. It includes an abstract, introduction, methodology, data collection, discussion, references, appendix, and appreciation sections. The key findings are:
- 79 students at Taylor's University Lakeside Campus completed a survey on their study preferences.
- More male students preferred studying alone compared to females, who slightly preferred studying in groups. However, over 50% of both genders felt neutral about their preference.
- For working, both genders showed a decreased preference for working alone compared to studying alone.
- Students generally prefer solo study due to risks of distraction and wasted time in groups, despite evidence groups are more efficient.
Most participants were between 18-23 years old and gender was evenly split. More males than females enjoyed exercise and exercised more frequently per week. Most exercised outdoors and for over 30 minutes each time. Both genders felt satisfied after exercising and did so for health reasons. Jogging and the gym were popular activities. More males exercised alone while friends accompanied both. Most thought exercise was necessary and beneficial. Plans were to continue exercising in coming weeks.
This document contains a student's submission for a social psychology journal assignment. It summarizes key concepts about attitudes, including the three components of attitudes (cognitive, behavioral, affective) and how attitudes can change through learning via evaluative conditioning, operant conditioning, and observational learning. It also covers conformity and group behavior, discussing Solomon Asch's conformity experiments and how people tend to conform to majority opinions to fit in. The document defines conformity and obedience and provides examples.
This document contains a student's submission for a social psychology journal assignment. It includes summaries of lessons on self-concept, self-knowledge, and vision. The student discusses learning that their self-concept and attitudes can change over time due to experiences and surroundings. They also realized people can mispredict their own behaviors and feelings, but others may have a clearer perspective. The submission concludes by sharing the student found the lesson on vision most interesting, particularly how the color red can attract attention and influence appetite.
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2. A survey will be conducted of students to collect data on what attracts people - appearance or characteristics.
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Psy final report
1. FNBE APRIL INTAKE 2013
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY PSYC0103
GROUP ONE (WEDNESDAY 3:00PM)
CHARACTERISTIC VS. APPERANCE
SUBMISSION DATE: 22 JANUARY 2014
MEMBER NAME:
STUDENT ID
CHEONG SIEW YING
CHIA WEE MIN
PEERUN BIBI AMEERAH
MAHIABDUL MUHSIN
NAWAZ SHAREEF
VOON SZE LUN
0314618
0315186
0313939
0314421
0310405
0315032
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2. ACKNOWLEGDEMENT
We, Cheong Siew Ying, Chia Wee Min, Peerun Bibi Ameerah, Mahiabdul Muhsin, Nawaz
Shareef and Voon Sze Lun have taken efforts in this project. However, it would not have
been possible without the kind support and help of many individuals and organizations. We
would like to extend our sincere thanks to all of them.
We are highly indebted to our lecture, Chia Yee Peng for her guidance and constant
supervision as well as for providing necessary information regarding the project and for her
support in completing the project through this semester. Your opinions and instruction were
precious. Thank You!
Moreover, we want to thank all classmates and online participants. We would like to thank
Akshay Ramlalawon who advises us in designing the survey, formulating the questions and
appropriate answers in a logical way. Furthermore, thanks to Nushrat Jahan, Abdool
Muhammad Wazeer, and other friends who shared the survey over the internet.
Our thanks and appreciations go to our colleague in developing the project and people who
have willingly helped us out with their abilities. Thank You.
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4. ABSTRACT
In recent year a similar research found that men are more likely to choose attractive partners
while women prefer males with a higher social class.
To further enquire about their preferences a survey was carried out with the collaboration of a
100 participants who were asked to reply to a few questions with their partners in mind. This
literature review explores the differences between male and female while choosing their ideal
partner. The researchers expected results to indicate whatever someone is more attracted by
appearance or characteristic of their partner in a relationship.
The results were obtained through a survey of males and females of different age groups
starting from 15 to 35+ years old. The questionnaire was distributed among students of
Taylor’s university and also online to make it more accessible.
3
5. INTRODUCTION
Initially, as time elapse close relationships becomes more personal when processes of
switching rewards and self-revelation last well. When heading to a close relationship, the
nature of interchanging rewards and the type of rewards alters, and people become
cognitively, psychologically, and affectively interdependent. People also feel obsessive love,
that is, they experience sexual thoughts and intense desire for their partner, and want to be
intimate to the person for whom they express passionate love.
Temptation, especially
interpersonal attraction, is a process that follows when we glance at somebody and realize
how eye-catching this person is. This leads to the beginning to a friendship or a romantic
relationship.
Interpersonal attraction is the desirability between people, which leads to attachments, and
romantic relationships. The analysis of interpersonal attraction is a chief part of investigation
in social psychology. Interpersonal attraction is correlated to how much we adore, dislike, or
hate somebody. It can be noticed as force acting between two individuals that seems to pull
them closer and bear their break up. It is advised that to define attraction, character and
condition should be taken into consideration.
Basically psychology is the science, which deals with the study of human mental and
physical behaviors and characteristics. We have designed the survey to find the difference
between men and women’s ways of thinking and opinions in specific topics. Whether they
are approximately the same or there is ocean of difference between these two genders. That
will be revealed statically by a graphical interpretation, after the survey has been answered
completely by a significant number of people of both sexes.
Humans are complex creatures; detailed information can be gathered only by precise
questions and they have infinitely different angles of viewing a particular thing or aspect.
Moreover, investigators in previous reports have claimed that though men and women say
they want something special in romantic partners, the two genders actually want the same
thing. Another study, suggests the statement needs to be reconsidered. The analysis found
that men and women really mean what they state; boy's care more about physical appearance
and females care more about social prestige
A new study, including students from Taylor’s University suggests the statement needs to be
reconsidered. Whatever men are more attracted by physical appearance and women
characteristic is more attracted by appearances or characteristics of their partner in a
relationship.
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6. METHOD
5.1 Participant
To complete the project, we did our survey via questionnaire and online questionnaire to
collect our data. We collected 100 participants from Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus
via questionnaire and friends from different countries via online questionnaire. This survey
involved female and male from the age of 15 to 55.
Sex:
male
49%
female
51%
Age
Below 15
15 - 19 years
20 - 24 years
25 - 29 years
30 - 35 years
35+ years
6% 1% 2%
0%
45%
46%
5
7. Educational Level:
7%
3%
Less than high school
9%
32%
29%
Bachelor degree
high school diploma
undergraduate
20%
postgraduate
Other
Status:
0%
2%
5%
0%
0%
In a relationship
25%
Single
engaged
married
68%
divorced
widowed
Other
We tried to control the number of male and female answering the survey constant and equal
so as to total an average of 100 participant, this ensured that biggest number and verity of
answer recorded to make the survey and the result more accurate so that no gap between male
and female participants. More than 90% of participants were aged 15 to 24 years. Due to the
fact that most of undergraduate student are more attracted by a relationship based on inner or
outer beauty. Furthermore 68% of them were single waiting for their ideal partner.
5.2 APPARATUS / MATERIALS
6
8. The survey was printed out into 50 copies. Besides that, an online questionnaire was created
in order to make the survey more accessible for the foreigner participants and to save cost.
5.3 PROCEDURE
The survey was contributed to students and staffs of Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus
and also friends and relatives from differences countries and races via online survey form.
The study-targeted participant’s aged of 15- 55 years. The survey examines preferences of
female and male while choosing their partner. The hypothesis of the survey is people will
appeal more on appearance.
The participants in the survey were categorized into two sections: the preference of male and
the preference of female. The researchers gave every participant an anonymous survey
through online link, to assure confidentiality and promote honest responses. The duration to
answer the survey is about 5 minutes.
Once all the completed surveys were reply, the responses were sent into Excel. All data were
analyzed. Finalized data were recorded and shows in graph,
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9. RESULTS
How do you believe people fall in love
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
Male (50)
Female (52)
Friendship
developing
into love
Male (50)
Female (52)
17
13
Getting to
know
them, then
fall in love
21
30
love at
first
sight
luck/chance
destiny
/fate
all of the
above
whatever
Allah decides
2
1
3
2
3
4
3
2
1
0
30 female and 21 male choose getting to know them first, then fall in love, is the way
participants believe that the way people fall in love. 51 participants out of 102 participants
choose this option making it the highest and 30 out of 52 female participants believe this is
the way people fall in love. 30 out of 102 participants believe friendship developing into love,
which is the second highest, and less than 7 participants chose all the other options.
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10. What can a partner do to show you that they care?
40
35
30
25
20
Male (50)
15
Female (53)
10
5
0
buy you gifts
Male (50)
Female (53)
compliment
you often
Buy you
gifts
1
1
give you
respect
Compliment
you often
5
6
giving you
personal space
others
Give you respect
Giving you
personal space
29
37
8
4
37 female and 29 male believes that giving respect, is the way that the participants believe
their partner shows the way they care for them. 66 participants out of 102 participants choose
this option making it the highest as well as the highest chosen option from both gender
groups. One member from each gender group choose buying gifts making it the least chosen
option, and less than 8 participants from each group chose all the other options.
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11. What is the first thing that attracts you in a potential partner?
Male (50)
Female (52)
Characteristic
Single (33)
Married (3)
Engaged (1)
In a relationship(
13
Appearance
13
0
0
6
20
3
1
7
Male
25
20
15
10
5
0
Appearance
Characteristi
c
Single (36)
Married (2)
Engaged (1)
In a
relationship
(13)
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
Characteristi
c
11
0
0
6
Appearance
25
2
1
7
Female
Appearance
Characteristic
20 single male participants chose characteristic, on the other hand 13 single male participants
chose appearance. More over 25 single female participants chose characteristic. 11 single
female participants chose appearance. 6 participants in a relationship chose appearance and 7
participants in a relationship chose characteristics from both gender respectfully. Addition to
that one participant who is engaged from both gender group selected characteristics over
appearances. None of the married participants chose appearance, however 3 male and 2
female married participants chose characteristics.
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12.
Will you ever date someone based on their attractiveness despite not
disapproving their personality?
Male (50)
6
18
26
0
Yes
No
Maybe
Blanks
Female (52)
3
33
14
2
35
30
25
20
Male (50)
15
Female ( 52)
10
5
0
yes
no
maybe
blanks
According to bar chat, majority participants (51 person) disagreed that they will date
someone based on their attractiveness despite not disapproving their personality and female
consist the highest amount which is 33 among the others in the bar chat. 40 participants
selected ' maybe' for the statement while 9 participants agrees with it. However, there is
female participants didn’t answer the question.
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13. Someone who dresses inappropriately
Male (50)
6
24
20
Yes
No
Maybe
Blanks
Female (52)
2
35
13
2
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
Male (50)
Female ( 52)
yes
no
maybe
blanks
An individual with visible tattoos
Male (50)
10
27
12
1
Yes
No
Maybe
Blank
Female (52)
11
27
11
3
30
25
20
15
Male (50)
10
Female ( 52)
5
0
yes
no
maybe
blank
The bar chart shows that 54 participants disagreed with the statement, which is the majority
selection, however, 21 participants agreed with it. 23 participants selected 'maybe ' for this
statement. 3 female participants and one male participant leave it blank.
12
14. An individual with facial problems such as scars/acne
Maybe
29
30
Male (50)
Female (52)
Yes
9
15
No
12
5
Blank
0
2
40
30
Male (50)
20
Female (52)
10
0
maybe
yes
no
blank
From the analyzing this graph, it shows that 9 male participants said yes and 12 said no, but
on the other side 15 female participants said yes and 5 said no. 59 participants said maybe.
An Alcoholic
Male (50)
Female (52)
Maybe
18
9
Yes
7
3
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
No
25
38
Blank
0
2
Male (50)
Female (52)
maybe
yes
no
blank
Clearly stated that highest amount of participant (63 participants) disagreed of choosing a
mate who is alcoholic, however 10 participants can accept it.27 participant might accept an
alcoholic as their mate. 2 female participants didn’t answer the question.
13
15. A girl/guy who always uses cover-up/makeup
Maybe
34
21
Male (50)
Female (52)
Yes
4
5
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
No
12
22
Blank
0
4
Male (50)
Female (52)
maybe
yes
no
blank
55 participants choose maybe, when they prefer a person who uses cover-up/makeup as their
partner, 34 male participants chose not to be with a person who uses cover-up/makeup. 34
participants choose not to be with a partner who uses cover-up/makeup. Most number of
females chooses maybe, and with 9 participants yes is the least chosen option.
A person who always uses vulgar words
Maybe
18
12
Male (50)
Female (52)
Yes
7
4
No
25
34
Blank
0
2
40
30
20
Male (50)
10
Female (52)
0
maybe
yes
no
blank
59 participants choose not to prefer a person who uses vulgar words as their partner, 25 male
participants and 34 female participants chose not be with a person who uses vulgar words
commonly when they speak. 30 participants choose maybe and with 11 participants yes is the
least chosen option.
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16. DISCUSSION
With respect to humans, appearance is not the only factor that determines if two people
choose to be with each other, but it is an undeniable component of the decision-making
process involved behind attraction.
From the information gathered and analyzed from the responses of the participants, the
hypothesis for giving priority to physical appearance rather than personal characteristics has
not been supported. There is a noticeable gap between the biases towards choosing the
personality over the looks. However subjective the issue was thought to be at the outset, the
survey clearly suggests that people find characteristics as the determining point into choosing
a partner.
When asked about their opinion on natural beauty, 63% of the survey participants agreed that
beauty is a combination of both inner and outer features of a person. How they carry
themselves meaning there behavior, characteristics and personality, as well as how well they
interact with others. 35% of people believe that beauty is reflected mostly through
personality, without giving any regard to appearance. Only 2% of people chose physical
attributes
to
define
the
idea
of
beauty.
When the option is narrowed down to just appearance or characteristics, 65% of the
participants chose characteristics. 51% of the survey participants have strongly disagreed to
pick a partner with only a good physique and with a bad personality. 40% of participants kept
this option open with an indecisive ‘maybe’ suggesting that looks and characteristics do not
always matter for some people. This is possibly only a matter of preference in a certain
period of their lifetime and according to their lifestyle, ethics and beliefs, for example: a
person who is only seeking sex from a partner would date an exceptionally attractive female,
regardless of their intelligence or personality. However, a person planning to settle down in a
stable relationship would take into consideration their characteristics firstly and mostly then
move to their physical attributes. As the subject we chose to tackle is not that simple and
conclusion cannot be drawn that quickly because it will cause a lot of errors to occur. The
survey is further deepened to investigate in more details certain physical and characteristic
attribute of partners.
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17. Majority of participants believe physical appearance is an equation regarding the entire body,
whilst some are attracted to more specific parts of the body. In contrast, we observed that
intelligence and good humor are tied as the characteristic that most participants found
appealing in a partner.
It is understandable that appearance is a powerful determinant to attract a companion. Mostly
because a lot of people are under the influence of the most powerful sense that is the sight.
Furthermore a combination of influence is often the reason for this choice, the reasons being
healthier and more beautiful off springs, the way our society values beauty over personality
and personal preferences.
Many of the responses indicated that we should never judge others by their outward
appearance, and yet we biologically rely in the human body’s appearance. Furthermore even
if the participant supported the mind more than the body, they were still concerned by their
partner’s health and body. This is supported by the question of whether the participants
would choose a partner if they were an unhealthy alcoholic or not, and 63% of people chose
the non-alcoholic. Only 10% of people were willing to take an alcoholic partner whilst 27%
of participants kept their options open. Therefore stating that participants were just as
concerned about their inner beauty as to their physique.
Dr. David Hawkins, the director of Marriage Recover Center in Washington D.C suggests
that Men are visually minded, it's the way males are wired and it certainly is healthy to be
attracted to our female partners which will probably be their lifelong partner. The research
thoroughly supports this statement as when asked if they would choose a partner with facial
scars or acne, 12% of men disagreed, while only 9% said yes. In contrast, 5% of females said
they wouldn’t date a male with facial problems whilst 15% didn’t consider it to be a problem.
Therefore proving that men are visually more stimulated than women when it comes to
choosing a partner.
From all the information recorded a rather surprising conclusion was observed. Most of the
male participants who were thought to prefer physical appearance over personality proved
our hypothesis wrong as majority replied that they preferred personality with the exception of
some dissenters. The women followed the hypothesis and chose the characteristics over the
looks of their partners.
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18. The research has allowed us to determine a conclusion and achieve the targeted information.
In a nutshell, the research supports the fact that however visual men can be, they prefer a
partner who has strong characteristics and nice personality. The vast majority of men will
respond to visual images when it comes to women, however these glances are limited to a
temporary satisfaction and are automatic reflex of nature as was proven by the survey. The
survey proved that even though men were willing to date attractive female despite a bad
personality when it comes to relationship, men seek strong personalities in their women and
looks mattered less. Strong personalities of the women often contributed to a stable and
healthy relationship between the couple.
The research also clearly suggested that what men really want is to know that their wives are
making an effort to take care of themselves. Husbands appreciate the efforts their wives make
to maintain their attractiveness. The same goes for women. The data analyzed concludes that
women are more hesitant to date a person just for their physical attributes, compared to men.
To conclude, men and women may worry about their partners’ outer appearance but only to
some extent. The more they worry about is the personality because it reflects how compatible
they are and shows how willing to adjust to each other to make the relationship last.
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20. APPENDIX
-Preferences while choosing a partner ( sample of the survey)
We are conducting a research study to examine preferences of boys and girls
while choosing their partner. Your participation in this research project is
entirely voluntary and you responses will be kept completely confidential. The
questionnaire is composed of 15 and takes approximately 10 minutes to
complete it. Thank you very much for your time and effort
1. Sex
O female
O male
2. Age
O
O
O
O
O
O
Below 15
15 - 19 years
20 - 24 years
25 - 29 years
30 - 35 years
35+ years
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Chinese
Malay
Indian
African
Caucasian
African American
Other:……………………………………………….
3. Race
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21. 4. Religion
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Islam
Christianity
Taoism
Buddhism
Hinduism
Judaism
Other:…………………………..
5. Level of education
O
O
O
O
O
O
Less than high school
Bachelor degree
High school diploma
undergraduate
postgraduate
Other:…………………………………………….
6. What can a partner do to show you that they care?
O Compliment you often
O Give you respect
O Buy you gifts
O Looking good for you by staying fit
O Giving you personal space
O Other:…………………………………………………..
7. Status
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
In a relationship
Single
Engaged
married
Divorced
Widowed
Other:…………………………………………………
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22. 8. How do you believe people fall in love?
O
O
O
O
O
O
Love at first sight
Friendship developing into love
Getting to know them, then falling in love
Destiny/ fate
Luck/ Chance
Other:…………………………………………………..
9. In your opinion what is beauty?
O Physically attractive
O Beautiful on the inside in terms of personality
O Both inner and outer beauty
10.
What is the first thing that attracts you in a potential partner?
O Appearance (please proceed to question 12)
O Characteristics (please proceed to question 13)
11.
If you have chosen appearance, What attracts you:
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Eyes
Legs
Height
Overall body
Hair
A person who wears a uniform
A person who does not wear uniform
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23. 12.
If you have chosen characteristic, What attracts you:
O
O
O
O
O
13.
Humor
Kind heart
Humble
Discipline
Intelligence
State the characteristics of your ideal partner that you prefer
……………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………….
14.
State the appearance of your ideal partner that you prefer
……………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………….
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24. 15.
Tick accordingly, based on your personal acceptance of a partner
towards the following statements.
Questions
Will you ever date someone based on their
attractiveness despite not disapproving
their personality?
Someone who dresses inappropriately
An individual with visible tattoos
An individual who has undergone plastic
surgery
An individual with facial problems such as
scars/acne,
An alcoholic
A girl/guy who always uses coverup/makeup
A person who always uses vulgar words
Yes
Maybe
No
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