Social Influence and Individual Preferences in Romantic Relationships: A Psychosocial Perspective
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This research seeks to investigate the impact of societal factors on personal preferences in romantic relationships. Romantic partnerships include intricate dynamics influenced by individual psychological characteristics and society standards. This study primarily examines how societal ideals, gender roles, cultural influences, and economic factors impact people' partner selections, relationship dynamics, and expectations.This study examines individual and societal aspects from a psychological viewpoint, underpinned by a literature assessment of theoretical ideas. Furthermore, data collected from participants across many socio-economic strata via field study elucidates the manifestation of societal effects on individual preferences and actions in romantic relationships. The results from surveys and interviews indicate that people' decisions in romantic relationships are influenced by both their psychological reasons and society norms and expectations.The study's findings reveal that contemporary society is engaged in a continuous endeavor to reconcile individual freedom with social demands, demonstrating that both personal psychological requirements and societal factors are crucial in determining relationship choices. These results provide a significant basis for future study and present a novel viewpoint on comprehending the impact of societal factors on romantic relationships.
Authors: YILDIRIMER, Kürşat Şahin,, AYDIN, Nazlı Toraman, Expert Psychologist (M.Sc.)
Institution: St Clements University Higher Education School
Language: English
Subfield: Social Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6893002349
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