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Marriage

A legal commitment to one another that creates certain rights and privileges between partners.

Same sex marriage

Recognized by all US states as of June 26, 2016.

Initiating stage

The first stage in relationship development involving introductions.

Experimenting stage

The phase in which partners see if they have common ground.

Intensifying stage

Feelings are getting stronger, transitioning from friends to closer.

Bonding stage

A formal commitment in a relationship, such as Marriage or Civil Union.

Self disclosure

The process of revealing personal information about oneself to others.

Social Penetration Theory

A theory suggesting that, as relationships develop, they penetrate deeper into private matters, requiring trust.

Johari Window Model

A model that describes four types of knowledge: Open, Blind, Hidden, and Unknown.

System Theory

The idea that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, where change in one member affects the whole.

Baby Boomers

Individuals born between 1946-1964, known for personal fulfillment and optimism.

Generation X

People born between 1965-1980, characterized by a focus on uncertainty and personal fulfillment.

Millennials

Individuals born between 1981-1987, known for a boom in technology and a fast-paced communication style.

Gender gap

The discrepancy between stereotypes about genders and reality.

80/20 rule

The concept that 80% of individuals may fit into gender stereotypes while 20% do not.

Communication in relationships

Essential aspects include Communication, Commitment, and Compromise.

Differences in cognitive styles

Men compartmentalize thoughts while women think more globally and relationally.

Groupthink

A phenomenon where the desire for cohesion in a group interferes with the problem-solving process.

Task roles vs Maintenance roles

Task roles focus on job completion while maintenance roles emphasize relationship building and cohesiveness.

Group life cycles

Stages in group dynamics: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing.

Risky shift phenomenon

The tendency for group members to take more risks than they would individually.

Branding

The process of creating a corporate identity and public perception for a company.

Effective TV Commercials

Incorporate elements like humor, emotion, production quality, and frequency to be memorable.