The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater ease to initiate and maintain relationships than to reject someone or initiate a break-up. https://t.co/xEpdC933yH https://t.co/I7WfdzgWgd
We're Not That Choosy: Emerging Evidence of a Progression Bias in Romantic Relationships.
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Numerous posts reference the idea of progression bias, suggesting people often choose to stay in relationships that may not be ideal. For instance, a discussion reads, 'Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one?' which shows an analytical approach to the article's themes. The tone ranges from reflective to critical, with some users pointing out possible oversights in the research, using phrases like 'overstated piece' and discussing societal structures that influence relationship decisions, thus enriching the dialogue surrounding the publication.
Many discussions express varying degrees of agreement with the publication's concepts, although some skeptics question its conclusions.
There is considerable curiosity reflected in how users refer to the article and its implications in their discussions, suggesting a strong interest in the topic.
While some posts engage deeply with the material by referencing past research, others remain more surface-level, indicating mixed engagement depth.
The discourse implies that the article could significantly shape future discussions around relationship dynamics, highlighting its perceived impact.
Abstract in brief
- The article challenges the common belief that dating is a phase where partners are selective, suggesting instead that people are often biased towards maintaining romantic relationships, even if they're not ideal.
- It examines evidence of this "progression bias" through the lenses of relationship initiation, investment, and breakup decisions, indicating that people might favor starting and staying in relationships rather than opting out.
- The authors explore evolutionary and cultural reasons behind why it's often easier to get into a relationship than to end one, stressing that many would prefer a subpar relationship to being single.
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Most liked on X and Bluesky4⃣ Este trabajo de 2020 resume las formas en que el sesgo de progresión empuja a las personas a comenzar y mantener relaciones con menos discreción de lo que suponen. https://t.co/4Z9Glkg3SB
Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship often preferred to no relationship? @datingdecisions & @gmacdonalduoft argue that humans are biased toward pro-relationship decisions. https://t.co/CJrppn9i4x
"why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship is often preferred over being in no relationship at all" https://t.co/uA3v3Zocjr
¿En realidad somos tan buenos en escoger una relación de pareja sana? Este artículo propone que las personas tenemos un sesgo (error de pensamiento) que provoca que entrar en una relación de pareja sea más fácil que salir de ella. Sigue
@Beachook @korrasass @sleepyhead2342 @ThePostsOffice Decades of research https://t.co/2BazZgW1vR https://t.co/a8aCGEirNn https://t.co/YPYd2cVIyA https://t.co/DPxthVQhf9 https://t.co/I8oakHoUqC https://t.co/ppZmUzrl8W https://t.co/Trxpbbhqrs https://t.co/IgqYviU7FF
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Examining Progression Bias in Romantic Relationships
The review article explores the idea that people are not as choosy as they think when it comes to romantic partners. It suggests a progression bias, where individuals prefer to maintain relationships—often despite…
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@jtrothwell We lay our argument here. I agree up to a point, but I think much of the time people chosen for non-marital relationships become the person you marry. I don't think relationship science well supports your premises. https://t.co/1n0bOnGuH0
@Beachook @korrasass @sleepyhead2342 @ThePostsOffice Decades of research https://t.co/2BazZgW1vR https://t.co/a8aCGEirNn https://t.co/YPYd2cVIyA https://t.co/DPxthVQhf9 https://t.co/I8oakHoUqC https://t.co/ppZmUzrl8W https://t.co/Trxpbbhqrs https://t.co/IgqYviU7FF
Time for our second keynote speaker! Samantha Joel @datingdecisions is giving a talk titled “We're not that choosy: Emerging evidence of a progression bias in romantic relationships”. #TIBER2023 https://t.co/yMud125AkX
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@OMGchronicles Overstated piece imho. A series of assertions rather than arguments that ignores structural incentives for separateness (e.g., the advantage of mobile labour for business interests) and the strength of the human urge to bond with and give to others: https://t.co/1n0bOnGuH0
@CostelloWilliam Makes me think of this paper (which still holds true): https://t.co/FfwEFFsjnb
RT @Carnaina: 4⃣ Este trabajo de 2020 resume las formas en que el sesgo de progresión empuja a las personas a comenzar y mantener relacione…
RT @Carnaina: 4⃣ Este trabajo de 2020 resume las formas en que el sesgo de progresión empuja a las personas a comenzar y mantener relacione…
Interesante investigación: "Estos estudios de laboratorio sugieren que las personas no solo tienen preferencias de citas débiles o maleables, sino que de hecho tienen un sesgo a favor de la búsqueda romántica." https://t.co/iFkKEDwvKC
4⃣ Este trabajo de 2020 resume las formas en que el sesgo de progresión empuja a las personas a comenzar y mantener relaciones con menos discreción de lo que suponen. https://t.co/4Z9Glkg3SB
Interesting that we say yes to ~40% of speed-dating options - we are not picky. But I'd rather ask a different question: is speed/online dating altering our approach to romantic relationships? Is modern dating doing "quantity" than "quality"? https://t.co/BJt6w72KYS
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恋愛関係はなりやすいのに別れるのはめっちゃ大変のようだよって研究ですヽ
根據刊載於Personality and Social Psychology Review的研究顯示,面對愛情時,你可能沒有想像的那麼挑。 這個研究基於好幾份調查,包括一份針對一萬名快速約會參加人員的問卷。研究顯示人們傾向快速將情感依附於伴侶,並且即使感情品質不佳也傾向不分手。 https://t.co/ffHE8z42I7
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @CostelloWilliam: Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship…
Why is getting into a relationship often easier than getting out of one? Why is being in a less desirable relationship often preferred to no relationship? @datingdecisions & @gmacdonalduoft argue that humans are biased toward pro-relationship decisions. https://t.co/CJrppn9i4x
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @manuel2585: ¿En realidad somos tan buenos en escoger una relación de pareja sana? Este artículo propone que las personas tenemos un ses…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
¿En realidad somos tan buenos en escoger una relación de pareja sana? Este artículo propone que las personas tenemos un sesgo (error de pensamiento) que provoca que entrar en una relación de pareja sea más fácil que salir de ella. Sigue
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
"A Bias Toward Progression Over Rejection in New Dating Relationships" Sesgo de progresión. Otro sesgo más para la libreta. https://t.co/y6BAX8Uzh3
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: "why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship…
"why getting into a relationship is often easier than getting out of one, and why being in a less desirable relationship is often preferred over being in no relationship at all" https://t.co/uA3v3Zocjr
恋愛における『進行バイアス』 https://t.co/DL6WUxyof3 ヒトは、パートナーが長期的に自分に適しているかどうかを真剣に考えることなく、関係を築くための様々なステージを単に通過するだけであり、別れるメリットよりも別れるコストの方を過大に評価する。「これでいい」が当然になってる。
RT @Astella6174: 『進行バイアス』 恋愛関係を続けるか迷ったら、人は関係を終わらせるより維持することを好む https://t.co/ktdBzLZtCn 人間関係の課題の解決には役立つかもしれないが、好ましくない関係を放置することにもなりかねない。どんな相手で…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
『進行バイアス』 恋愛関係を続けるか迷ったら、人は関係を終わらせるより維持することを好む https://t.co/ktdBzLZtCn 人間関係の課題の解決には役立つかもしれないが、好ましくない関係を放置することにもなりかねない。どんな相手でもとりあえず自分の遺伝子を残すべきという進化的な背景の表れかも
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: We’re Not That Choosy [esp men at beginning of romantic relationships]...but once things progress, most people want it t…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: We’re Not That Choosy [esp men at beginning of romantic relationships]...but once things progress, most people want it t…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: We’re Not That Choosy [esp men at beginning of romantic relationships]...but once things progress, most people want it t…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: We’re Not That Choosy [esp men at beginning of romantic relationships]...but once things progress, most people want it t…
RT @PsychoSchmitt: We’re Not That Choosy [esp men at beginning of romantic relationships]...but once things progress, most people want it t…
RT @myuuko: 人類は向恋愛関係的判断をするよというレビュー論文。恋愛関係を始めるのが関係を終わらせるより簡単なのはなぜか,よくない恋愛関係の方が独り身より好まれるのはなぜか,など。/ We’re Not That Choosy: Emerging Evidence o…
人類は向恋愛関係的判断をするよというレビュー論文。恋愛関係を始めるのが関係を終わらせるより簡単なのはなぜか,よくない恋愛関係の方が独り身より好まれるのはなぜか,など。/ We’re Not That Choosy: Emerging Evidence of a Progression Bias in Romantic Relationships https://t.co/tPH1cS46U7
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
RT @DegenRolf: The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater eas…
The evolutionary imperative to find a mate and reproduce has created a bias toward pro-relationship decisions: A greater ease to initiate and maintain relationships than to reject someone or initiate a break-up. https://t.co/xEpdC933yH https://t.co/I7WfdzgWgd
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