Nature and process of attraction in computer-mediated romantic relationships among young adults

Date of Publication

2008

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Thesis Adviser

Rose Ann T. Mansukhani

Defense Panel Member

Ria Tirrzona

Abstract/Summary

This study is about the nature and process of computer mediated romantic relationships among young adults. The researchers conducted ten (10) interviews five (5) females and five (5) males in order to know the elements that lead to attraction as well as the process behind it. The elements that were identified are humor, mutual liking, desirability, consistency, and self-disclosure. The phases of the process includes online as the starting point, friendship, great conversations, and jealousy and exclusivity. The researchers also found out that for maintenance of an online relationship physical proximity, promise of future interaction and gender differences are important.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU14060

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

93 leaves : ill. ; 29 cm.

Keywords

Online dating; Interpersonal relations in adolescence--Computer network resources; Computer networks--Social aspects; Man-woman relationships

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