“Why do women like taller men more?” question, especially sociology and psychology has been the subject of much research in the field for many years.

As a result of the studies, it was clear that the vast majority of women actually liked them more than taller men. Certainly, evolutionary psychologists There are some claims on this topic.

The “ideal men” in the novels, fairy tales and movies we’ve been exposed to since childhood were always tall.

To research; that 95% of men in romantic novels, cartoons and fairy tales are six feet tall and taller, and this also leads to tall men. ‘ideal fantasy man’ revealed what he did.

The findings of the studies show that women feel safer around men who are on average 10-20 cm taller than them.

In the survey conducted by Girl Power Girl Strong site on male partners’ height preferences; 76% of women are in a relationship where the man is taller more comfortable He admitted what he felt.

25% of the respondents said that a height difference between 10-15 cm and 11% between 15-20 cm is ideal. Men are their partners. taller They loved being together, but they didn’t care about the height difference as much as women.

Women’s primal instincts are still at work!

Evolutionary psychologists argue that women’s primal instincts are not unimportant. Allegedly women in the past protect against predators and as they prefer taller males to increase their chances of survival, their instincts still prevail in this area.

The most primitive instinct of women; having the tallest, strongest and most dominant male with the best genes and at the same time strong puppies is to train.

“The dominance perspective is just as applicable to humans as it is to animals.”

John Malouff, associate professor of psychology at the University of New England in Australia, says: Women may consciously or unconsciously prefer tall men for evolutionary reasons. As is known, tall men are more successful in physical fights with other men. This theory applies to gorillas and many other animals. dominance perspective. It is the same with humans.

Tall men are seen as ‘leaders’.

Also, taller men are favored by a stronger person than women. sense of protection can give. Studies show that taller men are seen as leaders and considered relatively qualified than shorter men who compete against them.

In brief; Women tend to associate height with masculinity, just as athleticism associates with masculinity. Similar they feel protected and that gives them confidence.

Scientists also explain how some gender stereotypes are linked to a preference for tall men.

George Yancey, a sociology professor at the University of North Texas, said in a press release. “Male physical protection The ability to provide is clearly related to the gender stereotype in which men are appointed as guardians. said and added:
“Males dominate, females be obedient In a society that encourages taller men, the emphasis on petite women reinforces this value.”

• Sources: Prof. John Malouff, Girl Power Girl Strong, George Yancey & Michael O. Emerson