Concept Analysis of Attraction

Pai, Hang-Ja; Lee, In-Sun

doi:2004.13.3.323

J Korean Acad Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs > Volume 13(3); 2004 > Article

Original Article

Journal of Korean Academy of psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing 2004;13(3):323-333.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12934/jkpmhn.2004.13.3.323 Published online September 30, 2004.

Concept Analysis of Attraction

Hang-Ja Pai¹, In-Sun Lee²

¹Directed Professor, Gerontological Health Research Center, Department of Nursing, Gyeongsang National University
²Student of Doctoral Course on 5th Term, Department of Nursing, Graduated School of Gyeongsang National University

Correspondence: In-Sun Lee, Tel: +82-55-731-8762, Fax: +82-55-754-0484,
Email: sm0713@orgio.net

Received: 27 July 2004 • Accepted: 26 August 2004

Abstract

Purpose
This study was conducted to analyze the concept of attraction.
Methods
In according to the series of concept development process by Walker & Avant, the concept of Attraction was analyzed.
Results
The attributes of attraction were defined such as Melting positive emotion, Delight or Pleasure, Mutual dependence, Cognitive motivation for hopeful behavioral construction, Dynamics, and Depth and Width; Antecedents of attraction were defined as Physical and external factor(such as approximation • resemblance - Mutual supplement • physical appearance), Psychological and internal factor (such as honesty • warmth • affection • and personal ability), Attractive behavior seeking attraction(such as sensibility through the self monitoring • strengthening through the compensation • cognitive balancing • considerable interaction and conversation • active attitude • showing good nature and ability • charming appearance • emotional stimulating • offering comfort), and The course of the time; Consequences of attraction were defined as Maintenance and promotion of positive interpersonal relationship, and Ease to accomplish nursing goals.
Conclusion
The concept of attraction has been one of the most important concept to positive influence on the nurse-client's therapeutic relationship and easily to accomplish nursing goal.

Key Words: Attraction; Concept analysis