Social Awareness of Interracial Couples
The number of married couples who are of different races or ethnic groups has doubled since 1980 (Suro, 1999). This growing trend has an effect on the interracial couples themselves. Interracial couples may seek out approval from there communities. Research suggests that social support is a determining factor on whether or not the relationship will last (Zebroski, 1999). ... Awareness from an interracial couple is an interpersonal and cultural experience. ... In the early stages of an interracial relationship, the couples recognize their attraction for each other and their increased sensitivity to the meaning of race in their lives. ... Seeking out supportive social situations and avoiding those that are not, in order to live ordinary lives, thus reducing the amount of negative reactions from community members. Verbal and nonverbal communication conveys that interracial relationships meet with disapproval from society at large. ... With an interracial couple there is another member of their union, which is society. ... The consistent and often negative societal intrusions affect actions and choices for the interracial couple.