This textbook provides an integrated and organized foundation for students seeking a brief but comprehensive introduction to the field of relationship science. It emphasizes the relationship field's intellectual themes, roots, and milestones; discusses its key constructs and their conceptualizations; describes its methodologies and classic studies; and, most important, presents the theories that have guided relationship scholars and produced the field's major research themes.

The Psychology of Interpersonal Relationships

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Relationships

Psychology Press

Social Psychology: Study Guide and Case Studies

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Lust: What We Know about Human Sexual Desire (SAGE Series on Close Relationships)

Accessibly written, this interdisciplinary book reviews theory and research on the characteristics of sexual desire, the individual physical and mental factors that influence the experience of sexual desire (hormones, age, gender, beliefs, mood), the various partner characteristics that incite sexual desire (attractiveness) and the association between sexual desire and interpersonal, relational events and experiences (romantic love). The book concludes with an examination of the personal, interpersonal and societal implications of sexual desire. Throughout, the authors draw on findings from their own body of research on sexual and romantic attraction, as well as on an extensive review of the relevant social, behavioural and medical science

Sage Publications, Inc.

Strongly grounded in methodology and research design, The Mating Game: A Primer on Love, Sex, and Marriage provides a comprehensive review of the nature of love, the role of sex in relationships, and theories of human attraction. Author Pamela C. Regan presents a wide range of theoretical and empirical work that highlights the links among these interrelated topics. Designed to promote active learning and spark debate for upper-division undergraduate and graduate students in courses on Interpersonal or Close Relationships, Marriage and Family, and Human Sexuality, The Mating Game is also an indispensable resource for psychologists, therapists, and health professionals.

The Mating Game: A Primer on Love, Sex, and Marriage

Mental Health

"The Mating Game is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, introductory text about human mating relationships aimed specifically at a university audience. It progresses beyond a psychological or biological/physiological stance and encompasses a wide array of disciplines. The comprehensive review and up-to-date information contained in The Mating Game not only provides answers to questions about important life events but also encourages readers′ interest in the field of interpersonal relationships and human mating. ―SirReadaLot.org The Mating Game: A Primer on Love, Sex, and Marriage, Second Edition, is the only comprehensive, multidisciplinary, introductory text about human mating relationships aimed specifically at a university audience. It progresses beyond a psychological or biological/physiological stance and encompasses a wide array of disciplines. This comprehensive review of theory and empirical research takes an integrated perspective on the fundamental human experiences of love and sex. Strongly grounded in methodology and research design, author Pamela C. Regan offers relevant examples and anecdotes along with ample pedagogy that will spark debate and discussion on these provocative and complex topics. New to the Second Edition 
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<li>Freshly presented material, with reorganized text that provides a smoother transition between major sections </li>
<li>Reviews of the most recent theoretical and empirical work in the areas of love, sexuality, mate selection, and marriage </li>
<li>New information on the phenomenon of "cyber-flirting" and the development of romantic relationships over the Internet </li>
<li>Inclusion of cutting-edge biochemistry research, including a discussion of cutting-edge research on the biochemistry of passion and affection </li>
<li>Discussion of emerging research on non-heterosexual relationships and cross-cultural dynamics </li>
<li>Expanded chapters on critical topics and an important new chapter on relationship intervention </li>
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Intended Audience This text is ideal for upper level undergraduate or graduate students in psychology, family studies, and sociology, who will find this engaging text a valuable tool for course-related research activities, as well as for self-awareness.

Pamela C. Regan’s The Mating Game: A Primer on Love, Sex, and Marriage, Third Edition is the only introductory text about human mating relationships aimed specifically at a university audience. Encompassing a wide array of disciplines, this comprehensive review of theory and empirical research takes an integrated perspective on the fundamental human experiences of attraction and courtship; mate selection and marriage; and love and sex. Strongly grounded in methodology and research design, the book offers relevant examples and anecdotes along with ample pedagogy that will spark debate and discussion on provocative and complex topics.

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