Relationships: Ducks Phase Mode Ao1

Question 1

what model explains relationship breakdown d

Answer 1

ducks phase model

Question 2

ducks phase model explains how ending of relationship is not a …… but a ….

Answer 2

ending of a relationship isnt a one off event but a process that takes time and goes through 4 distinct phases

Question 3

list 4 phases

Answer 3

1) intrapsychic phase
2) dyadic phase
3) social phase
4) grave dressing phase

Question 4

explain each stage having a threshold

Answer 4

• each stage has a threshold where perception of relationship changes
• partner may reasses and halt breakdown of relationship
• or they cross the threshold and move on to the next stage of the model

Question 5

explain intrapsychic stage

Answer 5

threshold - i cant stand this anymore indicating something must change
- partner becomes dissatisfied, will brood on reason for this and will focus on partners short comings
- tend to keep this to themselves but may share their thoughts w a trusted friend weighing up pros and cons of continuing

Question 6

explain dyadic phase

Answer 6

threshold - i would be justified in withdrawing
- once a partner concludes their justfied in ending relationship they discuss with their partner airing out any disatisfactions about equity or comitment for example
-phase may vary in length, in anxiety or hostility

Question 7

explain social phase

Answer 7

threshold - disatisatisfied partner concludes i mean it
- will seek support particularly from join friends
- friends may be encouraged to choose a side or try to prevent break up, offer advice
- once news is public its usually the point of no return

Question 8

explain grave dressing phase

Answer 8

threshold - its now inevitable
- both sides construct their version of why relationship broke down
- minimising their faults and maximising their partners
- signifies closure of relationship and readiness to start a new one