Culture can affect the way we perceive, value, and pursue relationships.
Example
Perception of Marriage in Western Cultures
In Western cultures, it may be normal to marry out of love. The idea is based on the fact that you fall in love before you get married.
This has led to lack of love being a leading cause for divorce in those cultures (Levine et al., 1995).
Marriage is viewed as a declaration of love.
Perception of Marriage in Non-Western Cultures
In other cases, arranged marriages may be the norm. Here, love typically grows after one is married.
Marriage is viewed as the joining of two families, economically and sociologically.
Neither is necessarily better than the other, they are simply different.
Challenges in Research
Much of the research is correlational since it is difficult to manipulate human relationships.
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Culture deeply influences how we form and maintain human relationships. Cultural norms shape our perceptions, values, and behaviors in relationships.
In some cultures, individualism emphasizes personal choice in relationships
Other cultures prioritize collectivism, focusing on family and community approval
Analogy
Think of culture as a pair of glasses through which we view relationships - different cultures provide different lenses that color our perceptions.
Example
In some Asian cultures, parental approval of a partner is highly valued, while in many Western cultures, individual choice is prioritized.