Description
Book SynopsisFor years, many have observed the notion that there are a number of distinctive differences in the mate-selection process of Latter-day Saints (LDS) and other North Americans. Because of the strongly held values espoused by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in regard to marriage within the larger picture of American cultural patterns, there are many Mormon sub-cultural differences. Unique LDS culture patterns have been found to be an expression of a young adult LDS Church member''s paradigms of life''s meanings. This book combines cutting edge scholarly research with items of popular interest analyzing and summarizing data and research already collected. Making commitments is vital to LDS life and affects the mate-selection process. Parental attitudes, values, and interpretations of accepted codes within the Church have developed into traditions that constitute a complex Mormon lore. Therefore, the book''s approach is a detailed, comprehensive report of the author''s res
Table of ContentsPart 1 List of Figures Part 2 List of Tables Part 3 Preface Chapter 4 Understanding the Theological, Historical and Cultural Context Chapter 5 Hanging Out or Hooking Up: The Culture of Courtship at BYU Chapter 6 Courtship Statistics for BYU Students Chapter 7 Seeking Mutual Influence: The Experience of LDS Females During Heterosexual Romantic Relationships Development Chapter 8 Managing Desires: Dating Styles of Latter-Day Saint Male Returned Missionaries Chapter 9 Seeking, Sending, and Receiving Interest Cues: A Qualitative Study of Premarital Heterosexual Romantic Relationship Initiation Chapter 10 Acceptance and the Change of Heart in Family Relationships Chapter 11 Now That I've Kissed the Ground You Walk On: A Look at Gender in Creative Date Invitations Chapter 12 Latter-day Saint Experiences of Spiritual Confirmation in Mate Selection Chapter 13 Preparing for Marriage: An LDS Look at Mormon Trousseaus Chapter 14 The Bride's the One in the White Swimsuit: A Look at Liminality in Mormon Wedding Receptions Part 15 Appendix Part 16 Index Part 17 About the Contributors
