COM 316 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Sex Segregation, Heteronormativity, Physical Attractiveness
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Relationships are those that endure over time, involved interdependence, and are characterized by strong feelings. Interdependence in relationships - something that happens to a person also has an effect on you and vice versa. Friendships are voluntary relationships built on trust, loyalty and emotional support. Both men and women place a high value of friendship. Self-disclosure is the sharing of personal information with another person. Breadth - the numbers of topics that people are comfortable talking about. Depth - the level of intimacy a person has, how personal. Men do not self-disclose with other men because it is too much of a risk. Men"s friendships with other men can be challenged by homophobia. Activities are the primary focus of men"s friendships with other men. Affection is displayed by doing something for someone. Men create covert intimacy with other men. Men have different friends for different interests. Women are comfortable with high levels of personal self-disclosure.
