Exam 3 Definitions

Question 1

Why are relationships important?

Answer 1

Social relationships are essential to our sense of belonging

Question 2

Four components of personal relationships

Answer 2

Uniqueness, commitment, Interdependence, Dialectical Tensions

Question 3

Uniqueness

Answer 3

Every personal relationship is different because of the special history and connection between the individuals.

Question 4

Commitment

Answer 4

A desire to stay in a relationship and work through difficulties.

Question 5

Interdependence

Answer 5

Each person’s actions significantly affect the other.

Question 6

Dialectical Tensions

Answer 6

Conflicting desires in a relationship that must be managed

Question 7

Connection vs Autonomy

Answer 7

Desire to be close to someone vs. desire to be independent.

Question 8

Openness vs Privacy

Answer 8

Desire to share vs. desire to keep things to yourself.

Question 9

Predictability vs. Novelty

Answer 9

Desire for stability vs. desire for excitement/change.

Question 10

Two components of liking

Answer 10

Attention and Respect

Question 11

Affection

Answer 11

Feeling warmth and fondness toward someone.

Question 12

Respect

Answer 12

Admiring someone’s qualities and valuing their opinions.

Question 13

Three components of loving

Answer 13

Intimacy, Passion, Commitment

Question 14

Intimacy

Answer 14

Feeling emotionally close and connected.

Question 15

Passion

Answer 15

Physical attraction and emotional arousal.

Question 16

Commitment

Answer 16

Decision to maintain the relationship long-term.

Question 17

Attraction Theory Components

Answer 17

Proximity, Appearance, Similarity, Reciprocal liking, Complementarity

Question 18

Proximity

Answer 18

Being physically near someone increases chances of forming a bond.

Question 19

Appearance

Answer 19

Physical looks impact initial attraction.

Question 20

Similarity

Answer 20

We like people who are like us (values, interests, background).

Question 21

Reciprocal liking

Answer 21

We like people who show they like us.

Question 22

Complementarity

Answer 22

Differences that complete or balance each other are attractive.

Question 23

Uncertainty Reduction Theory

Answer 23

When we meet someone new, we feel uncertainty about who they are and what they want. We are motivated to reduce that uncertainty by gathering information about them, which helps us predict their behavior and feel more comfortable.

Question 24

Social Exchange Theory

Answer 24

Relationships are maintained when the rewards outweigh the costs. People aim to maximize benefits and minimize drawbacks.

Question 25

Rewards

Answer 25

Positive outcomes from relationship.

Question 26

Costs

Answer 26

Negative outcomes from relationship.

Question 27

Outcome

Answer 27

Net gain or loss (Rewards - Costs).

Question 28

Comparison Level (CL)

Answer 28

Standard for what you expect/deserve.

Question 29

Comparison Level of Alternative (CLalt)

Answer 29

Considering better options elsewhere.

Question 30

Satisfaction

Answer 30

Outcome meets/exceeds expectations.

Question 31

Stability

Answer 31

Staying or leaving decision.

Question 32

Relationship Types

Answer 32

Happy and Stable, Unhappy but stable, Happy but unstable, Unhappy and Unstable

Question 33

Happy and Stable

Answer 33

Loving relationship that gives you satisfaction

Question 34

Unhappy but Stable

Answer 34

Stuck in a relationship for reasons other than love

Question 35

Happy but unstable

Answer 35

Happy in your relationship but tempted by other available options

Question 36

Unhappy and Unstable

Answer 36

Relationship lacks comfort or stability, constant conflict