Social psychologists have observed in research studies that men in monogamous relationships rate pictures of models they have never met as significantly more attractive than their own mates. What neuroscientific phenomenon might contribute to men's ratings?

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Dopamine increases in the nucleus accumbens are associated with the reward system and pleasure experiences in the brain. This neuroscientific phenomenon can contribute to men rating pictures of models they have never met as more attractive, as the novelty and visual appeal of these images can trigger dopamine release, enhancing the perceived attractiveness.

Social Psychologists Have Observed in Research Studies That Men in Monogamous