Relationships Flashcards
What are the characteristics of a good relationship
RRRTC
Reciprocity report respect trust compromise
What are the circles of relationships
ISSPA
Intimate significant selected proximity acquaintances
What is the social exchange theory
Explains give-and-take in relationships
Shows cost and benefits
Benefits should be equal or out weigh cost of relationship
High cost for someone else’s benefit equals exploit
What is Vanier’s family institute definition
Two or more people brought together by ties of
mutual consent
birth adoption placement
and assume responsibilities of a family
What are the functions of the family
Physical maintenance and care of members
addition of new members socialization of children
social control of members
production and consumption and distribution of goods
affective nurturance and love
What is a census family
A married couple with or without children
A lone parent with a child
A common law couple
What are the characteristics of a secure family
Meets needs for all members
fulfils functions
adults have more responsibilities
What are the characteristics of an insecure family
Doesn’t meet needs for members
doesn’t fulfil functions adults have fewer responsibilities