| Description |
xvi, 351 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm |
| Summary |
Covering the areas of bodies, brains, and behavior, this eye-opening guide reveals the genetic, hormonal, and psychological secrets behind what makes us tick sexually. Do Gentlemen Really Prefer Blondes? also provides an in-depth exploration into our sexual psyches--and fresh advice for men and women who want to discover the secrets of successful relationships. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [309]-344) and index. |
| Contents |
Part I. Bodies : Chapter 1. Face first : Why do people seem more attractive when you are gazing into their eyes? -- Who do men prefer big pupils? -- What makes a face good-looking? -- How long does it take to decide if a person is hot? -- Are you more attracted to people who look like you? -- Do women choose husbands who look like their fathers? -- Can you tell if a man has daddy potential from his face alone? -- How might your mom or dad's age influence your attraction to older faces? -- Why do blue-eyed men prefer blue-eyed women? -- |
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Chapter 2. Following your nose : What are pheromones, and do they exist in humans? -- Why do some men smell better to you than others? -- Why might you cheat on a man if you don't like his smell? -- Why might the smell of men's sweat brighten your mood and senses? -- Does women's body odor have any effect on men? -- Can you tell people's sexual orientation by their smell? -- Why might your sex drive pick up around breast-feeding women? -- What might your perfume reveal about you? -- Can the smell of food or a frangrance be a turn-on? -- Is a meat diet a turn-off? -- Why might you seem less good-looking in a bad-smelling place? -- |
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Chapter 3. A sound choice : Why might deep-voiced men have more babies? -- Why do men prefer high-pitched female voices? -- How does your verbal "body language" reveal your attraction to someone? -- Can you tell if a person is gay by the sound of his or her voice? -- Does the sound of your name affect how others perceive your looks? -- |
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Chapter 4. The racy parts : Why is long hair sexy? -- Do gentlemen really prefer blondes? -- Do tall men have prettier girlfriends? -- Why are high heels sexy? -- What does a "wiggle" in your walk reveal? -- Why are curves sexy? -- Why do men love big breasts? -- Why do women feel pressured to be superskinny? -- Why do men feel pressured to be buff? -- Why do hungry men prefer heavier women? -- Why do so many men wish they had bigger penises? -- Are men with large genitals more likely to cheat? -- What's the purpose of pubic hair? -- |
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Part II. Behavior : Chapter 5. His-and-hers hormones : Why are there days when men seem especially drawn to you? -- Why are you sometimes drawn to macho guys even if they're not your type? -- Why don't people go into heat like other animals? -- How do the seasons affect your sex life? -- What can you tell about people by the ratio of their fingers? -- Why do men lose their judgment and decision-making skills when looking at pretty women? -- Why does doing something dangerous or exciting increase attraction? -- Why do you like and trust a guy more after you're been intimate (even just cuddling)? -- Why do men mellow out when they're in a relationship? -- When are you most committed to your partner? -- |
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Chapter 6. Signs and signals : What body language do women use to express interest? -- What's the strongest signal you can use to get someone's attention? -- What exactly makes a smile attractive? -- Why do guys think you're into them when you're just being friendly? -- What body language do guys use to get your attention? -- How persuasive is a touch? -- What's the hidden agenda in men's pickup lines? -- Why is blushing sexy? -- Why does mimicry make you more likable? -- Why do you turn your head to the right when you kiss? -- Why do we French-kiss? -- |
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Chapter 7. Sex and seduction : Why do men have more casual sex? -- Why are fewer men than women bisexual? -- Are men more aroused than women by pornography? -- Can a romantic movie set the mood for love? -- Are good dancers also good in bed? -- Is chocolate really an aphrodisiac? -- How does alcohol affect your sex life? -- Can semen make you happier? -- Why do women have orgasms? -- Are orgasms genetic? -- Do women really reach their sexual peak in their thirties? -- Why is intercourse more satisfying than masturbation? -- Do men and women experience orgasm the same way? -- Why do people with satisfying sex lives still masturbate? -- Why aren't you sexually attracted to people who grew up with you? -- |
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Part III. Brains : Chapter 8. The dating mind-set : What do women and men value in a partner? -- What secret biases do data from online dating sites reveal? -- Why might single men spend more and single women volunteer more? -- Why do men give women fancy dinners and vacations instead of useful gifts? -- Why does creativity get men laid? -- Why aren't there more male muses? -- Why is humor a turn-on? -- Why are you more attracted to picky people (and they to you)? -- Why do people seem hotter when others are into them? -- Does a guy love you less after looking at (other) beautiful women? -- Why shouldn't you spill everything about yourself on a first date? -- Why do you overestimate your competition? -- Is there an ideal number of people to date before you settle down? -- |
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Chapter 9. Love on the brain : How does being passionately in love change your brain? -- Why do you find your partner so amazing, even if no one else does? -- Why do couples look increasingly alike over time? -- Does being in love make you blind to other people's love? -- Are people naturally monogamous? -- Why does absence make men's hearts grow fonder? -- Do your genes make you more faithful or adulterous? -- How does your brain "grow" when you're in love? |
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Sexual attraction.
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Sex (Psychology)
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Dating (Social customs)
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Mate selection.
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Interpersonal attraction.
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| ISBN |
9780385342155 hardcover |
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0385342152 hardcover |
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