The official policy of Alcoholics Anonymous (as laid out in the Big Book) does not specifically close the door to dating in the early period of sobriety, but abstaining from relationships is an integral part of the conversation.

Does familiarity breed liking?

Familiarity breeds contempt, according to psychologists: on average, we like other people less the more we know about them. Given how irritating other people sometimes are, its surprising how many of us are eternal optimists about forming new relationships.

How does physical attraction Impact attraction?

Physical attractiveness: Research shows that romantic attraction is primarily determined by physical attractiveness. In the early stages of dating, people are more attracted to partners whom they consider to be physically attractive. Men are more likely to value physical attractiveness than are women.