theories of romantic relationship: equity theory Flashcards
what is the economic theory?
how the relationship develops acknowledges the impact of rewards and costs of relationship satisfaction
ignores role of equity
according to walters and her colleagues what most with equity ?
both partners level of profit is roughly the same.
as when there is a lack one over benefits and the other over benefits.
Equity vs. Equality ?
Focus on profit ratios rather than equal contributions.
what is Consequences of Inequity?
Distress arises from unequal contributions in relationships.
what happens when changes in perceived equity ?
in the start of a relationship it may feel normal to to put more in than you receive
but if it continues this can lead too feeling unsatisfied
what happens with inequity
under benefited partners are more motivated to make the relationship more fair