Women Who Have Guy Friends: Research Offers Insight
Some women have more guy friends. Other women have more girl friends. Does it really matter? People might jump to the conclusion that women with more guy friends are more promiscuous or want backup in case their relationship goes awry. However, that might not be the case at all, according to a study by an Arizona State University professor and a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor.
The study by ASU Professor Douglas Kenrick and MIT Professor Joshua Ackerman focused on cooperative courtship and how friends help other friends gain and avoid romantic relationships. For those women with male friends, the study suggests that they are cooperative in helping male friends successfully find or avoid a mate.
In the introduction of the study, the authors say that “cooperation and helping are hallmarks in every domain of social life.” They go on to say that people look for friends who can provide protection, support, help on different tasks, etc. The introduction also suggests that women might look to have friendships with strong men who are willing to protect them in certain situations.
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