Social Exchange Theory Flashcards
1
Q
all social behaviour…
A
series of exchanges where individuals try to maximise their rewards and minimise their costs
2
Q
rewards eg
A
being cared for
companionship
sex
3
Q
costs eg
A
effort
financial costs
time wasted
4
Q
how does a person work out if their relationship is in profit or loss
A
rewards minus the costs
5
Q
type of theory
A
economic theory of behaviour
6
Q
chance if a relationship being maintained depends on…
A
profitability of this outcome
7
Q
comparison level
A
judging the profit of a relationship
product of past relationship experience
if exceeds - worthwhile
if not - negative outcome
8
Q
CL of alternatives
A
weigh up potential increase in rewards offered by alternative partners, minus the costs of ending current relationships
