Gender differences in mate selection preferences in unmarried adults
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Date
2020
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UMT.Lahore
Abstract
The study was conducted to find out the relationship between gender differences and mate
selection differences. It was hypothesized that a) there is like to be a significant difference
between gender and mate selection preferences. The sample consisted of 100 participants
(Men=46 and Women= 54) with the age range of above 20-30 years (M=23.15; SD= 2.67).
Purposive sampling technique was used to recruit only those participants who fulfilled the
inclusion criteria of research (Robinson, 2014). Data was collected through online and direct
in person. Mate selection preferences scale was used to evaluate relationship between gender
differences and mate selection preferences. Results were discussed with reference to western
and indigenous researches. The results showed that there is highly significant and positive
relationship between gender differences and mate selection preferences. Significant
relationship between gender differences and mate selection preferences was found
appreciative, aware of rights of others, belongs to same sect, broad minded, caring,
communicative, faithful to spouse, good character, good looking, loving, obedient and
understanding. Such investigations and research paper will benefit young adults better choose
compatible spouse.