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6 strategies of relational development
CONTACT - perceptual, interactional INVOLVEMENT - testing, intensifying INTIMACY - interpersonal commitment, social bonding DETERIORATION - intrapersonal dissatisfaction, interpersonal dissatisfaction DISSOLUTION - interpersonal separatation, intrapersonal separation REPAIR - intrapersonal repair, interpersonal repair TERM 2
how does movement between relational
stages take place?
DEFINITION 2
- relationship maturity - common goals in relationship. TERM 3
5 strategies to test your partner
DEFINITION 3
- directly 2. indirect suggestion 3. public presentation 4. separation 5. third person TERM 4
3 main anxieties when intimacy involves a
lifetime partner
DEFINITION 4
- security 2. fullfillment 3. excitment TERM 5
attraction theory
DEFINITION 5 based on the idea that we form relationships on basis of attraction
5 major factors which contribute to attraction
theory
- similarity 2. proximity 3. reinforcement 4. physical attraction 5. socioeconomic/education status TERM 7
rule theory
DEFINITION 7 relationships are based on a set of rules. when broken, deterioratino begins. TERM 8
8 romantic rules
DEFINITION 8 acknowledge others lives beyond relationship express similar attitudes, beliefs, etc enhance each others self worth, esteem be open & authentic remain loyal, faithful substantial shared time reap rewards? TERM 9
depenetration
DEFINITION 9 when relationship begins to deteriorate. TERM 10
social exchange theory
DEFINITION 10 develop relationships that will enable you to MAX YOUR PROFITS. profits = rewards - costs.
6 causes of relationship deterioration
- poor communication 6. beliefs about relationships 2. third party relations 3. relationship changes 4. sex - work - related problems 5. financial difficulties TERM 17
4 communication patterns in relationship
deterioration
DEFINITION 17
- withdrawal 2. loss in self disclosure 3. deception 4. increase in negative messages, decrease in positives. TERM 18
6 suggestions for engaging in interpersonal
repair
DEFINITION 18 R ecognize the problem. E ngage in productive communication and conflict resolution P ose possible solutions A ffirm each other I ntegrate solutions into normal behavior R isk TERM 19
5 disengagement strategies
DEFINITION 19
- tone 2. negative identity management 3. justification 4. behavioral de-escalation 5. de-escalation TERM 20
6 suggestions for dealing with a break up
DEFINITION 20
- break loneliness/depression cycle 6. look for patterns/avoiding repeating 2. take time out 3. boost self- esteem 4. remove uncomfortable symbols 5. seek support
interpersonal conflict
disagreement between or among connected individuals who perceive their goals as incompatible. TERM 22
6 major conflict-generating issues for
couples
DEFINITION 22
- intimacy issues 6. distrust issues 2. power issues 3. personal flaws 4. personal distance issues 5. social issues TERM 23
4 + effects of interpersonal conflict
DEFINITION 23
- work toward healthy solution 2. productive conflict strategies 3. prevention of reoccuring 4. shows concern, commitment. TERM 24
3 - effects of conflict
DEFINITION 24
- increases negative feelings 2. if unresolved = partner seeks intimacy elsewhere 3. relationship deterioration/dissolution TERM 25
content vs relationship conflicts
DEFINITION 25 content - centers on objects events and persons relationship
- who is in charge, relationships between individuals
B A T N A
best alternative to a negotiated agreement TERM 32
negotiating interpersonal conflict
DEFINITION 32 D istinguish between people and problem E mphasize interests, not positions A ssess your BATNA L ook for objective criteria to help you decide
