Interpersonal Relationships Review

These flashcards cover key concepts regarding interpersonal relationships, including stages of coming together and apart, theories on relationships, and tips for successful communication.

Stages of Coming Together

The stages include initiating, experimenting, intensifying, integrating, and bonding.

Stages of Coming Apart

The stages of relationship deterioration include differentiating, circumscribing, stagnating, avoiding, and terminating.

Main Reason for Relationship Failure

The number one reason for relationship failure is lack of communication.

Social Exchange Theory

A theory that suggests people make relationship decisions by assessing and comparing the costs and rewards associated with those relationships.

Immediate Rewards and Costs

These are the benefits and drawbacks assessed in the context of a relationship, often influencing initial relationship decisions.

Forecasted Rewards and Costs

Both projections of expected future outcomes of a relationship based on anticipated rewards and costs.

Cumulative Rewards and Costs

The total accumulated benefits and drawbacks of a relationship over time.

Warning Signs in Relationships

Indicators such as aggression, negative criticism, and avoidance that suggest potential problems in a relationship.

Foundation of Relationships

Successful, long-lasting relationships must be built on a solid foundation of honesty and mutual respect.

Online Dating Statistics

66% of online daters have gone on a date with someone they met through a dating site or app.