Chp 10: Communication in Intimate Relationships

Complementary interchange

________ (member system based on acknowledged differences in power.)

Intimate relationships

_____ - deeply personal bonds that we have with other individuals that are accompanied by effective communication and a sense of belongingness

Commitment

_____ - the desire to make efforts to stay in the relationships regardless of what happens

Interdependence

_____ - the degree of connectedness between the two individuals, including how the couple shares time and space within their home

Ideology

_____ - the beliefs and values the individuals have about what marriage and family life should be like, and can include placing a value on stability and predictability or on spontaneity and relational uncertainty

Conflict

____ - whether the partners try to resolve differences through open conflict or whether they avoid conflict

Rituals

_____ - repetitive behaviors that contain a unique meaning for members

Story-telling

_____ is another positive communication action that enhances the family identity

System

_____ - interdependent parts that interact with and affect one another

Open system

_____ - a system in which parts both affect and are affected by events within and outside the system

Conversational orientation

_____ - the degree to which family members are encouraged to participate in an unrestrained conversation about a range of topics

Conformity orientation

______ - the degree to which the family emphasizes homogeneity of attitudes, values, and beliefs

Symmetrical interchange

______ - communication between members that seek to neutralize the power difference and treat each person equally

Enabling communication

______ - an interaction that is not assertive and thus allows members to continue abusive, addictive, and otherwise negative behaviors

Tenets of Intimate Relationships

deep commitment, interdependence, constant maintenance, fluid, management of tensions

3 types of intimate relationships

romantic, family, friendships

Communication

________ strengthens family identity and can negatively influence the family