Please see the attached flier regarding information about our $19.99 (per couple) Florida Premarital Preparation Course. ou must be deciding to marry if you are reading this. Congratulations on your decision to marry and moving toward this momentous step! Marriage is one of the most significant events in our lives. Finding the right person has a little to do with luck and a lot to do with being your best and making good choices. D’Arienzo Psychological Group’s Florida online premarital preparation course will help to ensure that you are choosing wisely, that you know your partner, and whether you have hit the love lottery. We hope that both of you have all three. Please contact us if we can provide you with additional information about our course or our other services at D’Arienzo Psychological Group. Contact our Florida office at 904-379-8094 or find us at our main website at www.drdarienzo.com.

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Choosing the right person is so important in a marriage. I am perplexed by the many couples that come to me for premarital therapy and premarital counseling that feel lukewarm or have significant reservations about their partner and yet they still choose to get married. Years of research identify that those that are the happiest in their marriage are those that had idealized their partner early in the premarital process. It is healthy to be slightly deluded that your partner is more amazing than they actually are. Please read this article if you are planning to tie the knot. Our Florida Premarital Preparation Course will assist the two of you in insuring the two of you are right for each other. Good luck and best to you, Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Psychologist and Relationship Expert.

Source: People Who Think Their Partners Are a Perfect Fit Stay Happier—Even if They’re Wrong – Association for Psychological Science

Our Martin County Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course ($19.99) helps you ensure your partner is right for you. Our Florida online premarital preparation course is approved and certified in all 67 counties of Florida. Our course saves you $32.50 on your marriage license and allows you to avoid the three day wait. In addition to taking our Premarital online counseling course whether you are in Martin County or another Florida county, we suggest that you read the following article about whether “birds of a feather flock together” or “opposites attract” which was written by our Psychology Intern from the University of North Florida, Brett Wallace.

Find our Official Florida Premarital Preparation Course Here

Dijkstra and Barelds (2008) conducted a study in which they wanted to see what people want in a romantic partner. The results showed that people tend to go for partners that are similar to them personality wise. When asked whether people wanted a complimentary or similar person as a romantic partner, most people said complimentary.  This seems contradictory at first, but, as the researchers noted, participants may thought about this question separate from personality. This brings up the question: “What is more important for a long-term relationship? Similarity or complimentary?”

Researchers frequently look at how homogamy predicts the probability of a romantic relationship.  Homogamy follows the principle of “birds of a feather flock together” (Sterbova & Valentova, 2012). Sterbova & Valentova (2012) noted that homogamy increased marital satisfaction and had a longer marriage. As to the reason people seek out individuals like them, Sterbova & Valentova argued that the reason for homogamy may be due to increased altruism between and for the couples and to an increase in the likelihood of passing on ones genes. Moreover, we are more likely to assist others that seem similar to us, and we tend to be more motivated to help those that are more similar to us. Together, this facilitates our genes and genes similar from continuing in the gene pool.  However, extreme homogamy (romantic relationship between relatives) seems to be naturally undesirable.

Castro, Hattori, & Lopes (2012) looked into how people pick a romantic partner. In their study they found that males tended to fit the idea that men go for women for their physical appearance. Women on the other hand, went for men that are similar to them in personality. At the very least this provides evidence that women prefer a person that is similar to them.  Lucas et al (2004) conducted a study of cultures in relation to homogamy. The cultures studied were American, British, Chinese, and Turkish. The results of this study were relatively similar, with couples with a high level of homogamy being more satisfied. Some discrepancies seemed to exist between cultures, though. The studies hypothesizes that this is due to culture norms.

So overall homogamy seems to play a decent role in how people decide who they will date and marry. So in the end “birds of a feather flock together” more than “opposites attract”, at least when it comes who we end up with at the end of the day.

References

Castro, F. N., Hattori, W. T., Lopes, F. A. (2012). Relationship maintanance or preference satisfaction? Male and female strategies in romantic partner choice.  Journal of Social, Evolutionary, and Cultural Psychology, 6(2), 217-226

Dijkstra, P. & Barelds, D. P. H. (2008). Do people know what they want: A similar or complementary partner? Evolutionary Psychology, 6, 595-602

Lucas, T. W., Wendorf, C. A., Imamoglu, E. O., Shen, J., Parkhill, M. R., Weisfield, C. C., & Weisfield, G. E. (2004).  Marital satisfaction in four cultures as a function of homogamy, male dominance and female attractiveness. Sexualities, Evolution & Gender, 6, 97-130.

Sterbova Z. & Valentova (2012).  Influence of homogamy, complementarity, and sexual   imprinting on mate choice. Anthropologie, 1, 47-59

We do hope that you decide to take our Florida Martin County Premarital Preparation Course. You will find it chock full of information about creating a successful marriage from the beginning. Remember, that in order to do so, it’s important to know what you are doing and  how to do it. Marriage is a difficult but rewarding journey. You will set yourself up for success by taking our Florida premarital preparation online course.

Best of Luck!

Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Board Certified Clinical Psychologist and Relationship Expert

Florida Licensed Psychologist

D’Arienzo Psychological Group’s Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course

Our Marion County Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course ($19.99) helps you ensure your partner is right for you. Our Florida online premarital preparation course is approved and certified in all 67 counties of Florida. Our course saves you $32.50 on your marriage license and allows you to avoid the three day wait. In addition to taking our Premarital online counseling course whether you are in Marion County or another Florida county, we suggest that you read the following article about whether “birds of a feather flock together” or “opposites attract” which was written by our Psychology Intern from the University of North Florida, Brett Wallace.

Find our Official Florida Premarital Preparation Course Here

Dijkstra and Barelds (2008) conducted a study in which they wanted to see what people want in a romantic partner. The results showed that people tend to go for partners that are similar to them personality wise. When asked whether people wanted a complimentary or similar person as a romantic partner, most people said complimentary.  This seems contradictory at first, but, as the researchers noted, participants may thought about this question separate from personality. This brings up the question: “What is more important for a long-term relationship? Similarity or complimentary?”

Researchers frequently look at how homogamy predicts the probability of a romantic relationship.  Homogamy follows the principle of “birds of a feather flock together” (Sterbova & Valentova, 2012). Sterbova & Valentova (2012) noted that homogamy increased marital satisfaction and had a longer marriage. As to the reason people seek out individuals like them, Sterbova & Valentova argued that the reason for homogamy may be due to increased altruism between and for the couples and to an increase in the likelihood of passing on ones genes. Moreover, we are more likely to assist others that seem similar to us, and we tend to be more motivated to help those that are more similar to us. Together, this facilitates our genes and genes similar from continuing in the gene pool.  However, extreme homogamy (romantic relationship between relatives) seems to be naturally undesirable.

Castro, Hattori, & Lopes (2012) looked into how people pick a romantic partner. In their study they found that males tended to fit the idea that men go for women for their physical appearance. Women on the other hand, went for men that are similar to them in personality. At the very least this provides evidence that women prefer a person that is similar to them.  Lucas et al (2004) conducted a study of cultures in relation to homogamy. The cultures studied were American, British, Chinese, and Turkish. The results of this study were relatively similar, with couples with a high level of homogamy being more satisfied. Some discrepancies seemed to exist between cultures, though. The studies hypothesizes that this is due to culture norms.

So overall homogamy seems to play a decent role in how people decide who they will date and marry. So in the end “birds of a feather flock together” more than “opposites attract”, at least when it comes who we end up with at the end of the day.

References

Castro, F. N., Hattori, W. T., Lopes, F. A. (2012). Relationship maintanance or preference satisfaction? Male and female strategies in romantic partner choice.  Journal of Social, Evolutionary, and Cultural Psychology, 6(2), 217-226

Dijkstra, P. & Barelds, D. P. H. (2008). Do people know what they want: A similar or complementary partner? Evolutionary Psychology, 6, 595-602

Lucas, T. W., Wendorf, C. A., Imamoglu, E. O., Shen, J., Parkhill, M. R., Weisfield, C. C., & Weisfield, G. E. (2004).  Marital satisfaction in four cultures as a function of homogamy, male dominance and female attractiveness. Sexualities, Evolution & Gender, 6, 97-130.

Sterbova Z. & Valentova (2012).  Influence of homogamy, complementarity, and sexual   imprinting on mate choice. Anthropologie, 1, 47-59

We do hope that you decide to take our Florida Marion County Premarital Preparation Course. You will find it chock full of information about creating a successful marriage from the beginning. Remember, that in order to do so, it’s important to know what you are doing and  how to do it. Marriage is a difficult but rewarding journey. You will set yourself up for success by taking our Florida premarital preparation online course.

Best of Luck!

Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Board Certified Clinical Psychologist and Relationship Expert

Florida Licensed Psychologist

D’Arienzo Psychological Group’s Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course

Our Manatee County Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course ($19.99) helps you ensure your partner is right for you. Our Florida online premarital preparation course is approved and certified in all 67 counties of Florida. Our course saves you $32.50 on your marriage license and allows you to avoid the three day wait. In addition to taking our Premarital online counseling course whether you are in Manatee County or another Florida county, we suggest that you read the following article about whether “birds of a feather flock together” or “opposites attract” which was written by our Psychology Intern from the University of North Florida, Brett Wallace.

Find our Official Florida Premarital Preparation Course Here

Dijkstra and Barelds (2008) conducted a study in which they wanted to see what people want in a romantic partner. The results showed that people tend to go for partners that are similar to them personality wise. When asked whether people wanted a complimentary or similar person as a romantic partner, most people said complimentary.  This seems contradictory at first, but, as the researchers noted, participants may thought about this question separate from personality. This brings up the question: “What is more important for a long-term relationship? Similarity or complimentary?”

Researchers frequently look at how homogamy predicts the probability of a romantic relationship.  Homogamy follows the principle of “birds of a feather flock together” (Sterbova & Valentova, 2012). Sterbova & Valentova (2012) noted that homogamy increased marital satisfaction and had a longer marriage. As to the reason people seek out individuals like them, Sterbova & Valentova argued that the reason for homogamy may be due to increased altruism between and for the couples and to an increase in the likelihood of passing on ones genes. Moreover, we are more likely to assist others that seem similar to us, and we tend to be more motivated to help those that are more similar to us. Together, this facilitates our genes and genes similar from continuing in the gene pool.  However, extreme homogamy (romantic relationship between relatives) seems to be naturally undesirable.

Castro, Hattori, & Lopes (2012) looked into how people pick a romantic partner. In their study they found that males tended to fit the idea that men go for women for their physical appearance. Women on the other hand, went for men that are similar to them in personality. At the very least this provides evidence that women prefer a person that is similar to them.  Lucas et al (2004) conducted a study of cultures in relation to homogamy. The cultures studied were American, British, Chinese, and Turkish. The results of this study were relatively similar, with couples with a high level of homogamy being more satisfied. Some discrepancies seemed to exist between cultures, though. The studies hypothesizes that this is due to culture norms.

So overall homogamy seems to play a decent role in how people decide who they will date and marry. So in the end “birds of a feather flock together” more than “opposites attract”, at least when it comes who we end up with at the end of the day.

References

Castro, F. N., Hattori, W. T., Lopes, F. A. (2012). Relationship maintanance or preference satisfaction? Male and female strategies in romantic partner choice.  Journal of Social, Evolutionary, and Cultural Psychology, 6(2), 217-226

Dijkstra, P. & Barelds, D. P. H. (2008). Do people know what they want: A similar or complementary partner? Evolutionary Psychology, 6, 595-602

Lucas, T. W., Wendorf, C. A., Imamoglu, E. O., Shen, J., Parkhill, M. R., Weisfield, C. C., & Weisfield, G. E. (2004).  Marital satisfaction in four cultures as a function of homogamy, male dominance and female attractiveness. Sexualities, Evolution & Gender, 6, 97-130.

Sterbova Z. & Valentova (2012).  Influence of homogamy, complementarity, and sexual   imprinting on mate choice. Anthropologie, 1, 47-59

We do hope that you decide to take our Florida Manatee County Premarital Preparation Course. You will find it chock full of information about creating a successful marriage from the beginning. Remember, that in order to do so, it’s important to know what you are doing and  how to do it. Marriage is a difficult but rewarding journey. You will set yourself up for success by taking our Florida premarital preparation online course.

Best of Luck!

Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Board Certified Clinical Psychologist and Relationship Expert

Florida Licensed Psychologist

D’Arienzo Psychological Group’s Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course

Food for thought about the satisfaction of intimate relationships if you are considering getting married. Our Florida premarital preparation course provides those getting married in Florida an opportunity to determine how well they know their partner, how well they meet their partner’s emotional needs, and whether the couple is compatible. In addition to taking a premarital prep course, it is important to speak to others that you respect about their view of your relationship and your compatibility. Good luck to you if you are getting married soon!

Source: Economic Prosperities Influence Intimate Relationships: Study – Association for Psychological Science

Source: Marriage can lead to dramatic reduction in heavy drinking in young adults: Findings could help improve clinical outcomes for heavy drinkers, inform public health policy — ScienceDaily

Our Madison County Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course ($19.99) helps you ensure your partner is right for you. Our Florida online premarital preparation course is approved and certified in all 67 counties of Florida. Our course saves you $32.50 on your marriage license and allows you to avoid the three day wait. In addition to taking our Premarital online counseling course whether you are in Madison County or another Florida county, we suggest that you read the following article about whether “birds of a feather flock together” or “opposites attract” which was written by our Psychology Intern from the University of North Florida, Brett Wallace.

Find our Official Florida Premarital Preparation Course Here

Dijkstra and Barelds (2008) conducted a study in which they wanted to see what people want in a romantic partner. The results showed that people tend to go for partners that are similar to them personality wise. When asked whether people wanted a complimentary or similar person as a romantic partner, most people said complimentary.  This seems contradictory at first, but, as the researchers noted, participants may thought about this question separate from personality. This brings up the question: “What is more important for a long-term relationship? Similarity or complimentary?”

Researchers frequently look at how homogamy predicts the probability of a romantic relationship.  Homogamy follows the principle of “birds of a feather flock together” (Sterbova & Valentova, 2012). Sterbova & Valentova (2012) noted that homogamy increased marital satisfaction and had a longer marriage. As to the reason people seek out individuals like them, Sterbova & Valentova argued that the reason for homogamy may be due to increased altruism between and for the couples and to an increase in the likelihood of passing on ones genes. Moreover, we are more likely to assist others that seem similar to us, and we tend to be more motivated to help those that are more similar to us. Together, this facilitates our genes and genes similar from continuing in the gene pool.  However, extreme homogamy (romantic relationship between relatives) seems to be naturally undesirable.

Castro, Hattori, & Lopes (2012) looked into how people pick a romantic partner. In their study they found that males tended to fit the idea that men go for women for their physical appearance. Women on the other hand, went for men that are similar to them in personality. At the very least this provides evidence that women prefer a person that is similar to them.  Lucas et al (2004) conducted a study of cultures in relation to homogamy. The cultures studied were American, British, Chinese, and Turkish. The results of this study were relatively similar, with couples with a high level of homogamy being more satisfied. Some discrepancies seemed to exist between cultures, though. The studies hypothesizes that this is due to culture norms.

So overall homogamy seems to play a decent role in how people decide who they will date and marry. So in the end “birds of a feather flock together” more than “opposites attract”, at least when it comes who we end up with at the end of the day.

References

Castro, F. N., Hattori, W. T., Lopes, F. A. (2012). Relationship maintanance or preference satisfaction? Male and female strategies in romantic partner choice.  Journal of Social, Evolutionary, and Cultural Psychology, 6(2), 217-226

Dijkstra, P. & Barelds, D. P. H. (2008). Do people know what they want: A similar or complementary partner? Evolutionary Psychology, 6, 595-602

Lucas, T. W., Wendorf, C. A., Imamoglu, E. O., Shen, J., Parkhill, M. R., Weisfield, C. C., & Weisfield, G. E. (2004).  Marital satisfaction in four cultures as a function of homogamy, male dominance and female attractiveness. Sexualities, Evolution & Gender, 6, 97-130.

Sterbova Z. & Valentova (2012).  Influence of homogamy, complementarity, and sexual   imprinting on mate choice. Anthropologie, 1, 47-59

We do hope that you decide to take our Florida Madison County Premarital Preparation Course. You will find it chock full of information about creating a successful marriage from the beginning. Remember, that in order to do so, it’s important to know what you are doing and  how to do it. Marriage is a difficult but rewarding journey. You will set yourself up for success by taking our Florida premarital preparation online course.

Best of Luck!

Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Board Certified Clinical Psychologist and Relationship Expert

Florida Licensed Psychologist

D’Arienzo Psychological Group’s Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course

Our Liberty County Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course ($19.99) helps you ensure your partner is right for you. Our Florida online premarital preparation course is approved and certified in all 67 counties of Florida. Our course saves you $32.50 on your marriage license and allows you to avoid the three day wait. In addition to taking our Premarital online counseling course whether you are in Liberty County or another Florida county, we suggest that you read the following article about whether “birds of a feather flock together” or “opposites attract” which was written by our Psychology Intern from the University of North Florida, Brett Wallace.

Find our Official Florida Premarital Preparation Course Here

Dijkstra and Barelds (2008) conducted a study in which they wanted to see what people want in a romantic partner. The results showed that people tend to go for partners that are similar to them personality wise. When asked whether people wanted a complimentary or similar person as a romantic partner, most people said complimentary.  This seems contradictory at first, but, as the researchers noted, participants may thought about this question separate from personality. This brings up the question: “What is more important for a long-term relationship? Similarity or complimentary?”

Researchers frequently look at how homogamy predicts the probability of a romantic relationship.  Homogamy follows the principle of “birds of a feather flock together” (Sterbova & Valentova, 2012). Sterbova & Valentova (2012) noted that homogamy increased marital satisfaction and had a longer marriage. As to the reason people seek out individuals like them, Sterbova & Valentova argued that the reason for homogamy may be due to increased altruism between and for the couples and to an increase in the likelihood of passing on ones genes. Moreover, we are more likely to assist others that seem similar to us, and we tend to be more motivated to help those that are more similar to us. Together, this facilitates our genes and genes similar from continuing in the gene pool.  However, extreme homogamy (romantic relationship between relatives) seems to be naturally undesirable.

Castro, Hattori, & Lopes (2012) looked into how people pick a romantic partner. In their study they found that males tended to fit the idea that men go for women for their physical appearance. Women on the other hand, went for men that are similar to them in personality. At the very least this provides evidence that women prefer a person that is similar to them.  Lucas et al (2004) conducted a study of cultures in relation to homogamy. The cultures studied were American, British, Chinese, and Turkish. The results of this study were relatively similar, with couples with a high level of homogamy being more satisfied. Some discrepancies seemed to exist between cultures, though. The studies hypothesizes that this is due to culture norms.

So overall homogamy seems to play a decent role in how people decide who they will date and marry. So in the end “birds of a feather flock together” more than “opposites attract”, at least when it comes who we end up with at the end of the day.

References

Castro, F. N., Hattori, W. T., Lopes, F. A. (2012). Relationship maintanance or preference satisfaction? Male and female strategies in romantic partner choice.  Journal of Social, Evolutionary, and Cultural Psychology, 6(2), 217-226

Dijkstra, P. & Barelds, D. P. H. (2008). Do people know what they want: A similar or complementary partner? Evolutionary Psychology, 6, 595-602

Lucas, T. W., Wendorf, C. A., Imamoglu, E. O., Shen, J., Parkhill, M. R., Weisfield, C. C., & Weisfield, G. E. (2004).  Marital satisfaction in four cultures as a function of homogamy, male dominance and female attractiveness. Sexualities, Evolution & Gender, 6, 97-130.

Sterbova Z. & Valentova (2012).  Influence of homogamy, complementarity, and sexual   imprinting on mate choice. Anthropologie, 1, 47-59

We do hope that you decide to take our Florida Liberty County Premarital Preparation Course. You will find it chock full of information about creating a successful marriage from the beginning. Remember, that in order to do so, it’s important to know what you are doing and  how to do it. Marriage is a difficult but rewarding journey. You will set yourself up for success by taking our Florida premarital preparation online course.

Best of Luck!

Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Board Certified Clinical Psychologist and Relationship Expert

Florida Licensed Psychologist

D’Arienzo Psychological Group’s Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course

Our Levy County Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course ($19.99) helps you ensure your partner is right for you. Our Florida online premarital preparation course is approved and certified in all 67 counties of Florida. Our course saves you $32.50 on your marriage license and allows you to avoid the three day wait. In addition to taking our Premarital online counseling course whether you are in Levy County or another Florida county, we suggest that you read the following article about whether “birds of a feather flock together” or “opposites attract” which was written by our Psychology Intern from the University of North Florida, Brett Wallace.

Find our Official Florida Premarital Preparation Course Here

Dijkstra and Barelds (2008) conducted a study in which they wanted to see what people want in a romantic partner. The results showed that people tend to go for partners that are similar to them personality wise. When asked whether people wanted a complimentary or similar person as a romantic partner, most people said complimentary.  This seems contradictory at first, but, as the researchers noted, participants may thought about this question separate from personality. This brings up the question: “What is more important for a long-term relationship? Similarity or complimentary?”

Researchers frequently look at how homogamy predicts the probability of a romantic relationship.  Homogamy follows the principle of “birds of a feather flock together” (Sterbova & Valentova, 2012). Sterbova & Valentova (2012) noted that homogamy increased marital satisfaction and had a longer marriage. As to the reason people seek out individuals like them, Sterbova & Valentova argued that the reason for homogamy may be due to increased altruism between and for the couples and to an increase in the likelihood of passing on ones genes. Moreover, we are more likely to assist others that seem similar to us, and we tend to be more motivated to help those that are more similar to us. Together, this facilitates our genes and genes similar from continuing in the gene pool.  However, extreme homogamy (romantic relationship between relatives) seems to be naturally undesirable.

Castro, Hattori, & Lopes (2012) looked into how people pick a romantic partner. In their study they found that males tended to fit the idea that men go for women for their physical appearance. Women on the other hand, went for men that are similar to them in personality. At the very least this provides evidence that women prefer a person that is similar to them.  Lucas et al (2004) conducted a study of cultures in relation to homogamy. The cultures studied were American, British, Chinese, and Turkish. The results of this study were relatively similar, with couples with a high level of homogamy being more satisfied. Some discrepancies seemed to exist between cultures, though. The studies hypothesizes that this is due to culture norms.

So overall homogamy seems to play a decent role in how people decide who they will date and marry. So in the end “birds of a feather flock together” more than “opposites attract”, at least when it comes who we end up with at the end of the day.

References

Castro, F. N., Hattori, W. T., Lopes, F. A. (2012). Relationship maintanance or preference satisfaction? Male and female strategies in romantic partner choice.  Journal of Social, Evolutionary, and Cultural Psychology, 6(2), 217-226

Dijkstra, P. & Barelds, D. P. H. (2008). Do people know what they want: A similar or complementary partner? Evolutionary Psychology, 6, 595-602

Lucas, T. W., Wendorf, C. A., Imamoglu, E. O., Shen, J., Parkhill, M. R., Weisfield, C. C., & Weisfield, G. E. (2004).  Marital satisfaction in four cultures as a function of homogamy, male dominance and female attractiveness. Sexualities, Evolution & Gender, 6, 97-130.

Sterbova Z. & Valentova (2012).  Influence of homogamy, complementarity, and sexual   imprinting on mate choice. Anthropologie, 1, 47-59

We do hope that you decide to take our Florida Levy County Premarital Preparation Course. You will find it chock full of information about creating a successful marriage from the beginning. Remember, that in order to do so, it’s important to know what you are doing and  how to do it. Marriage is a difficult but rewarding journey. You will set yourself up for success by taking our Florida premarital preparation online course.

Best of Luck!

Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Board Certified Clinical Psychologist and Relationship Expert

Florida Licensed Psychologist

D’Arienzo Psychological Group’s Florida Premarital Preparation Online Course