COM 112 Quiz Chapter 10: Relationship Dynamics

Confirmation messages outnumber disconfirmation messages in a relationship

relationship maintainence

Inclusion is met by seeking and finding each other, affection is met by acceptance of hand-holding and other positve regard behaviors, and control is met when your suggestions for new things to do is accepted.

relationship development

Entering into a legally binding relationship with another person.

bonding

Working longer hours so you don't have to see your partner, engaging in conflict characterized by criticism and condescension, focusing on kids routine to avoid meaningful interaction.

relationship deterioration

avoidance of topics that will upset partner to keep the peace, avoidance of topics to the extent it harms the relationship

circumscribing

You stay with a person because when you express an opinion or preference, s/he acknowledges it. S/he demonstrates behavior s/he knows you prefer and avoids those s/he knows you don't like. You have influence in the relationshiup.

control

You seek out a person because when you are with them you feel part of something.

inclusion

You seek out a person because the positive feelings you have for each other are demonstrated verbally and nonverbally

affection

Based on Attraction Theory, if you are a member of an online group that has to do with a hobby you enjoy, you are more likely to become attracted to a person also on that same online forum. Which basis/bases for attraction explains this outcome?

similarity and proximity

The theory that explains relationship development using an economic model is __________.

exchange theory

Which element in Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love is characterized by high levels of self-disclosure, mutual respect, and liking?

intimacy

Which of the following is not a strategy for relationship maintenance?

NOT Use of denial to avoid conflict in the relationship.

NOT Making space in the relationship for independence.

Self-disclosure is most related to which dialectical tension?

expression - privacy

A stronger indicator of relationship deterioration is not increased conflict but absence of "quiet appreciation of the other."

true

Relationship maintenance involves behaviors that contribute to connection and behaviors that pull one away from connection. Successful maintenance behaviors ensure that the pull away is in in balance with the pull toward the relationship.

true