Equity theory - theory of romantic relationship
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who came up with the equity theory
Walster
what does equity mean
fairness, not equality
what type of theory is equity theory
an economic theory
what is over benefitting
when a person receives more than they give
what is under benefitting
when a person gives more than you receive
what will an over benefitting person feel
guilt, shame
what will an under benefitting person feel
anger, resentment
not valid in all cultures - evaluation
individualist cultures link satisfaction to equity but collectivist cultures are more satisfied when over benefitting
individual differences - evaluation
some partners like to contribute more, others believe they deserve to be over benefitted
not generalisable - evaluation
equity plays a role in some relationships like friendships but not all
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