Evolutionary psychology
Anthropology that explains how sexual attraction in 21 century can be traced back to prehistoric ancestors
Social homogamy
Individuals attracted to those of similar social,cultural ,economic values and expectations
Ideal mate theory
Unconscious ideal which they compare to a person to find them attractive or an immediate judgement as loveable
Social exchange
Psychological theory looks at how ppl make choices weighing costs and benefits
Murstein's filter theory
Individuals screen out unacceptable marriage partners using various criteria until one person is selected to marry
Murstein's market experience
Suggests that dating enabled individuals to learn to relate to the opposite sex to judge and find qualities they desire in marriage partner
