Personal vs Impersonal Relationships

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What are the three main components of love according to the theories presented?

Commitment, Obedience, Affection

Intimacy, Passion, Compliance

Affection, Enthusiasm, Passion

Intimacy, Commitment, Passion (correct)

Which of the following best describes compliance in social influence?

Granting a request in exchange for a reward (correct)

Changing your behavior to fit into a group

Following orders from an authority figure

Seeking social approval through conformity

What signifies commitment in the context of love?

An emotional attachment to a person

The longing for passionate interactions

A process of showing ongoing love and affection (correct)

The desire for physical closeness

What characterizes conformity in social influence?

Adjusting behavior to match group norms Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is NOT a role of an efficient leader?

Avoid self-improvement Signup and view all the answers

What is the main feature of an effective follower?

Courage to participate in transformation Signup and view all the answers

What type of family structure consists of married couples and their children?

Nuclear Family Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reason for social influence?

To adjust behavior according to social norms Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary driver of attachment in relationships?

Sex hormones Signup and view all the answers

Which effect describes the tendency to like someone who reminds us of someone from our past?

Transference Effect Signup and view all the answers

What plays a significant role in the Propinquity Effect?

Familiarity from close proximity Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT mentioned as a factor in attraction?

Intellectual capability Signup and view all the answers

According to the Reciprocity Effect, what strengthens the basis of liking one another?

Mutual feelings of affection Signup and view all the answers

What does physical attractiveness typically indicate in terms of relationships?

Positive health and reproductive fitness Signup and view all the answers

What type of person tends to attract others according to personality characteristics?

Sociable individuals Signup and view all the answers

What does the Similarity effect emphasize as a factor in liking others?

Similar backgrounds and beliefs Signup and view all the answers

What best describes an extended family?

A family including all relatives living together. Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario commonly leads to the formation of a single parent family?

The death of one parent. Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for a step family?

Blended family. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a characteristic of an extended family?

It is formed through remarriage. Signup and view all the answers

Which example accurately reflects a single parent family?

A father living alone with his children. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary feature of a step family?

It combines children from different households. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about extended families is incorrect?

They consist solely of parents and their children. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a single parent family from a traditional family structure?

Presence of only one parent. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of relationship is characterized by emotional bonds and personal intimacy?

Family Relationships Signup and view all the answers

What defines avoidant attachment in a caregiver-child relationship?

The caregiver is cold, detached, and unresponsive. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of impersonal relationships?

Commitment to an organization or principle Signup and view all the answers

Which element is NOT an essential aspect of personal relationships?

Transactional exchanges Signup and view all the answers

Lust is categorized under which aspect related to attraction?

Physical desire Signup and view all the answers

Which type of personal relationship typically involves professional interactions?

Professional Relationships Signup and view all the answers

Anxious attachment in a caregiver-child relationship is characterized by:

Inconsistency in caregiver's presence and emotional support Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an impersonal relationship?

Business relationship Signup and view all the answers

What describes a conditionally separated family?

A family where members are apart due to job commitments Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following defines a childless family?

A married couple without children Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a gay or lesbian family?

A family where at least one parent is part of the LGBT community Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a migrant family?

A family that has relocated for military reasons Signup and view all the answers

Which example illustrates a conditionally separated family?

A family where the mother is hospitalized and the father is at work Signup and view all the answers

Which situation is NOT typically associated with a childless family?

Parents with adopted children Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about gay or lesbian families?

They cannot raise children Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates migrant families from other family structures?

They move for specific circumstances such as employment Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a foster family?

A family that includes parents serving as temporary guardians. Signup and view all the answers

In an adopted family structure, what is the relationship between the parents and the child?

They may or may not share a blood relationship. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a bi-racial or multi-racial family?

A family that includes parents from different racial groups. Signup and view all the answers

What is true about a trans-racial adoptive family?

The family can include members from various races distinct from the parents' race. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant aspect of foster parenting?

Foster parents serve as temporary guardians. Signup and view all the answers

An example of an adopted family might include:

Parents who adopt a child not related by blood. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about bi-racial families is false?

All children in a bi-racial family must be adopted. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an adopted child from a biological child?

An adopted child has a legal connection to their parents. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Personal Relationships

A relationship is how two or more people, groups, countries, or societies interact.
A personal relationship is closely linked to an individual and important only to them.
Types of personal relationships include family, friendships, romantic relationships, platonic relationships, and professional relationships.

Impersonal Relationships

An impersonal relationship involves commitment to an organization, principle, or purpose.
Examples of impersonal relationships include acquaintances, colleagues, business relationships, transactional relationships, and formal relationships.

Elements of Personal Relationships

Attachment
Attraction
Love and intimacy
Commitment

Attachment and Developments

The first meaningful relationship for most people is their relationship with their mother.
Attachment begins before birth.
Attachment types, as defined by Ainsworth, include secure, avoidant, and anxious attachment.

Attraction

Attractiveness involves an unconscious assessment of another person's genes based on their appearance.
Good health is often linked to a stronger genetic makeup and healthier children.

What Drives Attraction

Lust is driven by sexual hormones (testosterone and estrogen) in both sexes.
Attraction is the love-struck phase and involves neurotransmitters.
Attachment is when couples decide to continue a relationship.

Theories of Attraction

Transference effect: individuals may like or dislike someone immediately due to past experiences.
Propinquity effect: familiarity with people who live, work, or go to school with us often leads to liking them more.
Similarity: people often like those who share similar social background, religious beliefs, age, and education.
Reciprocity: if someone likes you, you are more likely to like them.
Physical attractiveness: a significant factor in initial impressions.
Personality characteristics and traits: people are attracted to those who display empathy, warmth, sympathy, and good conversation skills.

Love and Intimacy

Arguments exist on the definition of love: is it a feeling, a thought, or solely physical.
Love involves affection, passion, or strong liking.

Theories and Components of Love

Intimacy: experiencing lovely moments when someone understands you.
Commitment: consistently fulfilling and living by agreements.
Passion: a strong urge/desire towards another.

Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love

Shows how intimacy, passion, and commitment combine to form different types of love.

Commitment

A continuous process of showing love and affection.

Roles of an Efficient Leader

Set an example
Assume responsibility
Show initiative
Life-long learner
Show enthusiasm
Willing to serve
Active listener
Show empathy

Role of an Effective Follower

Courage to do responsibility
Courage to challenge
Courage to participate in transformation
A can-do attitude

A change in behavior caused by people.
Factors include conformity, compliance, and obedience.

Conformity

Changing behavior to match that of others.

Compliance

Granting another person's request in exchange for a reward or to avoid punishment.

Obedience

Changing behavior in response to a demand by an authority figure.

Family Structure

Nuclear Family: Mother, father, and children.
Extended Family: All relatives, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, live together.
Single Parent Family: One parent and their children.
Step Family: Parents are remarried and bring children from other unions together.
Foster Family: Temporary guardians for children to whom they may not be biologically related.
Adopted/Adoptive Family: Parents legally adopt a child.
Bi-racial or multi-racial Family: Parents are from different races.
Trans-racial Adoptive Family: Parents adopt a child from a different race.
Conditionally separated Family: One family member is separated from the rest due to job, employment, or hospitalization.
Childless Family: Married couple without children.
Gay or Lesbian Family: One or both parents have a different sexual orientation.
Migrant Family: Family that has moved to a different location due to circumstances.
Immigrant Family: One or both parents are immigrants from another country.

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This quiz explores the dynamics of personal and impersonal relationships, highlighting their definitions, types, and key elements. Understanding the differences between how individuals engage in personal bonds and formal interactions will enhance your interpersonal skills. Test your knowledge on attachment styles, attraction, and the foundations of human connections.