Relationships Definitions Flashcards

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Duck’s phase model of relationship breakdown

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A theory that suggests the breakdown of a relationship develops over a number of stages; the intrapsychic phase, the dyadic phase, the social phase and the grave dressing phase

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Dyadic phase

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The second phase in relationship break down which consists of a person vocally expressing their dissatisfaction with their relationship with their partner

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Equity theory

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The theory that for a relationship to be stable, both partners should perceive the relationship to be fair. If a partner receives too much benefit or finds the costs too large, the relationship is more likely too fail

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Filter theory

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The theory that when selecting an ideal partner , people use certain criteria to decide whether someone qualifies as a potential partner or not

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Gating

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The practise of using physical markers to separate potential partners and those who are not

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Grave dressing phase

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The final phase of relationship breakdown, where post breakdown, a person prepares for a new relationship

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Intrapsychic phase

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A phase in relationship breakdown which consists of a person internally considering their dissatisfaction with their relationship

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Matching hypothesis

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The theory that people are more likely to form a relationship with someone they share common traits with.

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Parasocial relationship

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A relationship that develops in a one sided fashion with someone who cannot reciprocate

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Rusbult’s investment model of commitment

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The theory that there are 3 factors that contribute to the commitment to a relationship: level of satisfaction, potential alternatives and romantic investment

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Self disclosure

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To share personal information with someone else in an attempt to establish trust within a relationship

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Social Exchange Theory

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The theory that relationships consist of mutual cost benefit investments. If a relationship exceeds cost and does not reap enough benefits, it may end

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Social demography

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The first filter in “filter theory”, which refers to social and cultural features of people e.g social background and proximity

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Social Phase

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The third phase in relationship breakdown. A person expresses their dissatisfaction within their social group, causing family and friends to agree or disagree with the person. This will further the breakdown of the relationship

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Absorption addiction model for parasocial relationships

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A theory that suggests people develop parasocial relationships in order to cope with issues in their life

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Attachment theory explanation for parasocial relationships

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A theory that suggests that if a child is unable to form a healthy attachment with a primary caregiver, the child will grow up to compensate with parasocial relationships