A Theory of Proximity and Attraction.

Abstract

A review of the literature published since Festinger, Schachter and Back's study (1950) shows that while evidence supports the relationship between proximity and attraction few studies have sought to explain this relationship. Even the concept of functional distance has been neglected. The author suggests a new explanation based on the variables of territoriality and liklihood of common occupancy. (Author)

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 15, 1977
Accession Number
ADA037506

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