Relationships - rustbelts investment model Flashcards
what did rusbult et al say
commitment depends on three factors.
the investment model is a development of social exchange theory
what are the three factors of the investment model
satisfaction.
comparison with alternatives.
investment.
define factor 1 : satisfaction
the extent to which partners feel the rewards of the romantic relationship exceed the costs .
(it is based on the concept of the comparison level, CL).
define factor 2 : comparison with alternatives
involves a judgement about whether a relationship with a different partner would increase rewards and reduce costs.
define factor 3 : investment
describes the resources associated with a romantic relationship which would be lost if the relationship ended.
factor 1 : how is a satisfying relationship judged
by comparing reward and costs and is profitable if it has many rewards and fewer costs.
partner generally satisfied if they are getting more out of the relationship than they expect.
what are the two major types of investment.
intrinsic and extrinsic.
define intrinsic investment.
any resources we put directly into the relationship,
example of intrinsic investment
money, energy and self-disclosures.
define extrinsic investment.
resources that previously did not feature in the relationship, but are now closely associated with it.
example of extrinsic investment
a jointly-purchased house, children, shared memories.
what can we assume when partners in relationship have high levels of satisfaction.
alternatives are less attractive and the sizes of their investment are increasing,
partners will be committed to the relationship.
what is the main psychological factor that causes people to stay in relationships
commitment: with satisfaction as a contributory factor.
why would a dissatisfied partner stay in a relationship
because they made an investment they do not want to waste.
what do committed partners use to keep there relationship going
maintenance behaviours
