A Preference for Less? Ideal Romantic Partner Preferences across Experiences of Social Disempowerment

Poster Session XI

Keyword: Motivation

Abstract: Powerless individuals face many challenges in their relationships, which may leave them hesitant to rely on partners for support. Three studies (total N = 1,231) investigated this idea across different indicators of disempowerment, showing that as disempowerment increased, participants’ preference for support from their romantic partner across various goals decreased.

• Ledina Imami (Presenting Author)