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Is it normal to find literally all men on OLD apps as very unattractive and ugly? Maybe i am too shallow
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R/datingforwomenover40 in a nutshell
Men have to compete for resources. A woman's ultimate resource is herself and her 'assets'.
Agepill always comes to collect no matter how hard these roasties try to deny it
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Yep. They can't get Chad.
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The study "Looks and Lies: The Role of Physical Attractiveness in Online Dating Self-Presentation and Deception" by Catalina L. Toma and Jeffrey T. Hancock (2010) investigates how individuals' physical attractiveness influences their self-presentation and use of deception on online dating platforms.
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Introduction
Online dating has transformed interpersonal relationships, providing individuals with platforms to connect based on shared interests and compatibility. A critical aspect of this digital interaction is self-presentation, where individuals curate their profiles to attract potential partners. This study examines the role of physical attractiveness in online daters' self-presentation and the extent to which they engage in deceptive practices.
Methodology
The researchers conducted an empirical study involving 69 online daters. Participants were asked to identify deceptions in their online dating profiles and had their photographs taken in a controlled laboratory setting. Independent judges then rated the participants' physical attractiveness. This methodology allowed for a direct comparison between self-reported deceptions and objective assessments of physical attractiveness.
Key Findings
The study's results underscore the strategic nature of self-presentation in online dating. Individuals with lower physical attractiveness may feel compelled to enhance their profiles to meet societal standards of beauty, thereby increasing their chances of attracting potential partners. This behavior reflects a broader societal emphasis on physical appearance and its perceived importance in romantic relationships.
The selective nature of deception—focusing primarily on physical attributes—suggests that individuals may perceive other aspects of their identity as less critical in the initial stages of online dating. This selective self-presentation aligns with the concept of "impression management," where individuals tailor their self-presentation to influence others' perceptions favorably.
From an evolutionary standpoint, the emphasis on physical attractiveness can be understood as a mechanism to signal health and fertility, traits historically associated with reproductive success. This perspective highlights the deep-seated biological factors that influence human attraction and mate selection.
Conclusion
The study by Toma and Hancock provides valuable insights into the role of physical attractiveness in online dating self-presentation and deception. It highlights the complex interplay between individual self-perception, societal standards, and evolutionary factors in shaping online dating behaviors.
The study "Looks and Lies: The Role of Physical Attractiveness in Online Dating Self-Presentation and Deception" by Catalina L. Toma and Jeffrey T. Hancock (2010) investigates how individuals' physical attractiveness influences their self-presentation and use of deception on online dating platforms.
researchgate.net
Introduction
Online dating has transformed interpersonal relationships, providing individuals with platforms to connect based on shared interests and compatibility. A critical aspect of this digital interaction is self-presentation, where individuals curate their profiles to attract potential partners. This study examines the role of physical attractiveness in online daters' self-presentation and the extent to which they engage in deceptive practices.
Methodology
The researchers conducted an empirical study involving 69 online daters. Participants were asked to identify deceptions in their online dating profiles and had their photographs taken in a controlled laboratory setting. Independent judges then rated the participants' physical attractiveness. This methodology allowed for a direct comparison between self-reported deceptions and objective assessments of physical attractiveness.
Key Findings
- Influence of Physical Attractiveness on Deception:
- Individuals with lower physical attractiveness were more likely to enhance their profile photographs and provide deceptive information about their physical attributes, such as height, weight, and age.
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- Individuals with lower physical attractiveness were more likely to enhance their profile photographs and provide deceptive information about their physical attributes, such as height, weight, and age.
- Selective Deception:
- The tendency to deceive was primarily confined to physical descriptors. There was no significant increase in deception regarding non-physical aspects like income or occupation.
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- The tendency to deceive was primarily confined to physical descriptors. There was no significant increase in deception regarding non-physical aspects like income or occupation.
- Evolutionary Perspective:
- The findings align with evolutionary theories suggesting that physical attractiveness plays a crucial role in dating contexts, influencing individuals to engage in selective self-presentation to enhance their appeal.
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- The findings align with evolutionary theories suggesting that physical attractiveness plays a crucial role in dating contexts, influencing individuals to engage in selective self-presentation to enhance their appeal.
The study's results underscore the strategic nature of self-presentation in online dating. Individuals with lower physical attractiveness may feel compelled to enhance their profiles to meet societal standards of beauty, thereby increasing their chances of attracting potential partners. This behavior reflects a broader societal emphasis on physical appearance and its perceived importance in romantic relationships.
The selective nature of deception—focusing primarily on physical attributes—suggests that individuals may perceive other aspects of their identity as less critical in the initial stages of online dating. This selective self-presentation aligns with the concept of "impression management," where individuals tailor their self-presentation to influence others' perceptions favorably.
From an evolutionary standpoint, the emphasis on physical attractiveness can be understood as a mechanism to signal health and fertility, traits historically associated with reproductive success. This perspective highlights the deep-seated biological factors that influence human attraction and mate selection.
Conclusion
The study by Toma and Hancock provides valuable insights into the role of physical attractiveness in online dating self-presentation and deception. It highlights the complex interplay between individual self-perception, societal standards, and evolutionary factors in shaping online dating behaviors.
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Why is this whore not shamed into oblivion but instead got so many upvotes?? Why a normie subreddit like that accepts men presented as doormats is weird.
We live in a society
All the thirsty zoomers are banging wrinkly old hags. It's only natural their delusions and ego about themselves just keep getting higher.
I hate dating apps nigga and i hate the subreddits for them too. I browse the tinder one sometimes and its pure suicidefuel niggas who look better than me who still get 0 matches. Its literally completely fucking over and i cant fucking change anything about this fucking dogshit
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