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The examination of preferred characteristics of potential partner

The aim of this study was to examine the influence of some demographic indicators (sex, age and professional qualification), sociosexual orientation and attitudes toward gender equality on the preferred characteristics of potential partner. The sample consisted of 102 women and 85 men of different ages and professional qualifications. Both sexes value most the interpersonal characteristics and psychological stability in a potential partner, although women express a stronger preference for the given characteristics. Regardless of their views on gender equality and sociosexual orientation, women expressed a stronger preference for earning capacity, and men expressed a stronger preference for physical attractiveness. The results showed significant differences in preferences for particular characteristics with respect to age and professional qualification. Men and women prefer partners who are similar to them, but aspire to partners who are "better" than them.

sociosexual orientation; gender equality; potential partner; preferred characteristics

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