Dr. David Buss: How Humans Select & Keep Romantic Partners in Short & Long Term | Episode 48
Main Takeaways
Mate choice is a complex behavior that involves both intrasexual competition and preferential mate choice based on Darwin's theory of sexual selection.
Long-term mate selection is unique and depends on mutual selection, while transient mate selection is different for both men and women.
Men and women compete for access to the most desirable partner, and they display characteristics that will make them more desirable.
Women prioritize good earning capacity, while men prioritize physical attractiveness when selecting a long-term mate.
The preference for virginity is a universal sex difference and influences mate selection.
Online profiles can be misleading, and people often lie when it comes to mate selection, which can lead to deception.
Emotional stability is crucial for long-term relationships and can be assessed by going on a trip together to an unfamiliar environment.
Infidelity occurs in committed relationships for different reasons for men and women, and the mate switching hypothesis is more likely to explain women's infidelity.
Men and women have different priorities when selecting a mate for a long-term relationship compared to a short-term one.
In general, mate selection is influenced by both biological and social factors, and it is a complex and evolving process that can vary across different cultures and societies
