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Dating, social avoidance and distress

M Prisbell1

  • 1Department of Communication, University of Nebraska at Omaha 68182-0112, USA.

Psychological Reports
|November 14, 1997
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This study explored the link between dating and social avoidance in 200 undergraduates. Key factors like anxiety and dating skills differentiated those with high social avoidance and distress.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Social Psychology

Background:

  • Social avoidance and distress are significant concerns in undergraduate populations.
  • Understanding factors associated with these issues is crucial for developing targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between dating experiences and social avoidance and distress among undergraduates.
  • To identify specific variables that differentiate individuals with high levels of social avoidance and distress.

Main Methods:

  • Surveyed 200 undergraduate students.
  • Assessed social avoidance and distress levels.
  • Examined correlations with conditioned anxiety, physical attractiveness, dating skills, proximity, and dating apprehension.

Main Results:

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  • A significant association was found between dating experiences and social avoidance/distress.
  • Conditioned anxiety, physical attractiveness, dating skills, proximity, and apprehension about dating were key differentiators.
  • High scorers on social avoidance and distress showed distinct patterns in these dating-related variables.

Conclusions:

  • Dating-related factors play a role in social avoidance and distress among undergraduates.
  • Interventions may benefit from addressing conditioned anxiety and improving dating skills.
  • Further research can explore causal relationships and therapeutic strategies.