Ducks and Knapps Relational Dissolution Flashcards
1
Q
How does Ducks Relational Dissolution Theory work?
A
(Bet I Don’t See Gary Reading)
- Breakdown
- Intrapsychic
- Dyadic
- Social
- Gravedressing
- Ressurection
2
Q
Explain Ducks Breakdown (Post Phase)
A
- only one person realize not happy
- Threshold: can’t stand this anymore
3
Q
Explain Ducks Intrapsychic Phase (1)
A
- still one person
- pros and cons
- can tell 3rd person
- Threshold: I’d be justified if we broke up
- can get stuck in phase if you don’t tell partner
4
Q
Explain Ducks Dyadic Phase (2)
A
- other partner involved
- confrontation
- end/repair relationship
- increase communication cuz of negotiation
- Threshold: I mean it…
5
Q
Explain Ducks Social Phase (3)
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- decision about relationship after
- talk to 3rd party, justify why
- communicate w/ group more
- mostly negative connotations
- Threshold: Inevitable
6
Q
Explain Ducks Gravedressing Phase (4)
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- get over it
- reflection
- recall/reinterpret
- explain ur version of breakup w/ public
- Threshold: definitely over
7
Q
Explain Ducks Resurrection Phase (Post Phase)
A
- able to date others
- No Threshold
8
Q
What are 2 stages of Knapps Dissolution Model
A
- Developmental
2. Dissolution
9
Q
Explain Knapps Developmental Stage
A
Initiate Exploratory Intensifying Integrating Bonding
10
Q
Explain Knapps Dissolution Stage
A
Differentiating Circumscribing Stagnant Avoidance Termination
11
Q
Explain Knapps Initiation Phase
A
- sizing up person
- first impressions
- similarities
12
Q
Explain Knapps Experimenting Phase
A
- mostly small talk
- express self in safe environment
13
Q
Explain Knapps Intensifying Phase
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- develop strong feelings
- attraction
- rewards you benefit
14
Q
Explain Knapps Integrating
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- 2 become 1
- personalities mesh
- “I” is “we”
- state couple status
15
Q
Explain Knapps Bonding Phase
A
-public declaration you are a couple
