9.3 part 2 Flashcards
both partners become dissatisfied. If this break- down becomes extreme, either partner might engage
breakdown.
ruminating about his or her dissatisfaction, the cost of the relationship, and attractive alternatives. If commitment wavers, the couple will engage in
Intrapsychic processes
by discussing and negotiating the conflict. At this point the relationship can be repaired. However, if partners reach the decision to end their relationship,
dyadic process
occur as friends and family are alerted to the problem. As the couple moves toward breaking up,
social process
occur in which each partner develops a separate account of the breakup for his or her social net- work. Finally, each partner engages in
grave dressing process
to prepare for his or her new life. Interestingly, this model appears to apply to the dissolution of both romantic relation- ships and friendships
resurrection processes
how to help relationship to last.
1.Take time to get to know the other person
before making a long-term commitment.
2. Emphasize the positive qualities in your
partner and relationship.
3. Develop effective conflict management skills.
4. Find ways to bring novelty to long-term
relationships.
what does researchers suggest about online intimacy.
virtual relationships can be just as intimate as
face-to-face ones, or even closer.
what’s the problem with online dating (virtual relationship)?
People misrepresenting themselves
online (e.g., regarding income, age,
height or weight).
what does researchers show moving beyond online relationships?
Research shows that relationships started
online are just as stable as traditional ones
(over first two years)
what does allow the online communication?
relationship maintenance.
what does the excessive use of online relationship lead to
less intimacy.
occurs when a person has fewer
interpersonal relationships than desired, or
when these relationships are not as satisfying
as desired
loneliness
types of loneliness
Emotional loneliness
– Social loneliness
– Transient loneliness
– Chronic loneliness
what are the roots of loneliness?
Early experiences. social trends.
