Individuals present themselves to others to gain information about them. Information about others helps define the situation and guide responses. Many crucial facts about individuals lie beyond immediate interaction
Popularity refers to how much people like or accord status to others. There are two main types: sociometric (likeability) and perceived popularity. Popularity is a collective perception based on group consensus
Rivalry is a lasting competitive relationship between people or groups. James Baldwin identified three main types: biological, personal, and commercial rivalry. Rivalry requires equality of power for persistence
Mistress refers to a woman in a long-term relationship with someone married to another. Term originally denoted a kept woman maintained by wealthy men. Mistresses could move between mistress and courtesan roles. Royal mistresses like Sorel and Pompadour were historically well-researched
Individuals seek information about others when they enter their presence. Information helps define situations and guide others' behavior. Communication involves both verbal expressions and non-verbal expressions
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