Mate Selection, Marriage and Divorce

 Theories of Mate Selection: Evolutionary theory, Social homogamy, ideal mate theory, exchange theory,

 Dating: script theory- Netflix and Chill, courtship vs dating, propinquity,

 Theory of Romantic love: Sternberg’s love triangle

 Exchange theory: explain divorce, costs vs benefits, list 2 “costs” (Short Answer)

Match the correct theoretical approaches with the sentences

Word bank: Feminist theory , symbolic interactionism, systems theory, structural theory , social exchange theory

1. All members are impacted when something happens to one

2. Subjective meanings shape how people see themselves in the family

3. Cost benefit analysis is done to make family chives

4. The family is a social institution that performs essential functions for society

Using what you have learned about script theory, dating and relationships. Plan 2 dates. 1 Level one date which would be a first date, and one level 2 date that wound help you filter out a potential unsuitable mate.

Script theory, whether practiced or not, suggests that intention and mindfulness in dating interactions will help to ensure individuals get what they need out of dating experiences, reducing time spent with people who are not a good match for themselves.

Level 1 Date | Plan | Rationale

Where would you go? What would you do?

How much time would you expect to spend?

How much money would you budget?

Three questions you would ask?

1. 2. 3.