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Attraction
By: Dr. Curtis Peterson Attraction and mate selection are foundational concepts in the field of psychology, particularly within social and evolutionary psychology. While attraction refers to the general desire to form voluntary relationships with others, mate selection narrows that focus to choosing a specific individual for an intimate, often romantic and reproductive, partnership (Aronson, Wilson, Continue reading
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Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Mate Selection and Romantic Relationships
By Dr. Curtis Peterson Introduction Mate selection is a fundamental aspect of human social behavior that is influenced by evolutionary, psychological, and cultural factors. While biological imperatives drive reproductive success, cultural norms and social expectations shape how individuals perceive and pursue romantic relationships. This chapter explores the cultural dynamics of mate selection, the psychological underpinnings of Continue reading
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Attraction and Mate Selection: Insights from a Psychology Lecture
Introduction to Attraction and Mate Selection In the realms of psychology, understanding the complexities of human attraction and mate selection offers a fascinating glimpse into our social behaviors and evolutionary predispositions. A recent lecture delved deep into these topics, presenting a blend of biological, psychological, and social perspectives that shape how and why we are Continue reading
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The Complexity of Romance: Beyond Emotions to Biological Imperatives
Romantic relationships, historically framed within the realm of emotional landscapes, have evolved in our understanding thanks to advances in brain imaging. Contrary to past beliefs, recent studies suggest that the core of romantic love might reside less in the emotional cortex and more within the brainstem and paralimbic systems. This groundbreaking insight suggests that love Continue reading
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Emotional Loneliness
I have written many articles on here about loneliness and rejection, mainly because as a social psychologist I believe that these two variables are a root cause of many of our social and psychological problems in the world. Continue reading
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Rejection is a pain – 10 ways to reduce it happening in intimate relationships.
To start this article, I want to begin with a simple premise: Physical pain and the pain from being rejected are the same. The human brain and the brain of other social animals reacts the same whether someone is dying from a chronic illness, being shocked, or being dumped by an intimate partner or Continue reading
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The Inconvenient Truth About Violence and Homicide in the United States
We do not have a mental health problem we have a community and family problem Continue reading
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Hug and love a child!
I am going to start this blog with a simple statement: children need loves, hugs, and affection! Continue reading
About Me
Welcome—I’m Dr. Curtis Peterson.
Thank you for visiting my site dedicated to exploring the powerful connection between identity and loneliness. For over 20 years, I’ve studied how our sense of self and our need for social connection shape nearly every aspect of human experience.
My mission is to highlight a fundamental truth: we are a deeply social species, and when that need for belonging is ignored or denied, it can lead to a wide range of emotional, psychological, and even physical challenges. Through research, education, and practical tools, I aim to help individuals and organizations recognize the critical role of connection—and how embracing it can transform lives.
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Identity, Social Connection, and Loneliness 