Understanding Relationship Conflicts Quiz

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What is the impact of attachment styles on dating interaction?

Attachment styles are associated with strategies for managing conflict and types of sexual experiences

What is the downside of positive illusions in relationships?

Greater disappointment when high expectations are not met

According to social exchange theory, what determines relationship satisfaction?

The ratio of costs and benefits for each partner

What influences our commitment to a relationship according to the text?

Investment, which refers to resources devoted to a relationship that cannot be retrieved Signup and view all the answers

What are communal relationships primarily characterized by?

Benefits given to fulfill needs or person we care for Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what theory explains that we like people who are present when we experience reward?

Reward Theory Signup and view all the answers

Which theory suggests that passionate feelings increase when we are aroused?

Arousal-attribution theory Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the deep physical attraction, sexual desire, and constant thoughts about a person in the Triangular Theory of Love?

Passion Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what do we tend to seek in partners based on the Matching hypothesis?

Partners who are at roughly our own level of physical attractiveness Signup and view all the answers

What does the Self-evaluation Maintenance Model (SEM) propose about our self-concept?

It is threatened if our friends or partner outperform us Signup and view all the answers

What factors influence attraction, according to the text?

Physical attractiveness, similarity, proximity Signup and view all the answers

What benefits do physically attractive people experience, as per the text?

More likely to be hired for a job, higher starting salary, bigger raises, job security Signup and view all the answers

What biological features do people prefer in others, as mentioned in the text?

Symmetrical face, well-proportioned body Signup and view all the answers

What stereotype is associated with physical attractiveness, based on the text?

"What is beautiful is good" stereotype Signup and view all the answers

According to evolutionary psychology, what do men and women seek in a mate to maximize reproductive success?

Men want to spread genes as much as possible; women look for men with high levels of education and well-paying jobs Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a literature review in social psychology research?

To examine previous studies and identify areas of controversy Signup and view all the answers

What do operational definitions describe in social psychology research?

How hypotheses will be tested and their influence on research findings Signup and view all the answers

Which data collection method is commonly used in social psychology research to systematically observe and record behavior in everyday situations?

Observation Signup and view all the answers

In social psychology research, what do correlational methods involve?

Examining the relationship between variables without manipulating them Signup and view all the answers

What are some ethical issues in social psychology research?

Review by a research ethics board, informed consent, confidentiality protection, and debriefing. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four major types of responses to conflict mentioned in the text?

Voice, neglect, exit, and loyalty Signup and view all the answers

Which destructive conflict styles are mentioned in the text as relevant to marriage?

Criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling Signup and view all the answers

What can negative attributional traps lead to in a relationship?

Detrimental relationship dynamics Signup and view all the answers

How is jealousy experienced differently based on gender differences?

Jealousy is experienced differently based on perceived threats and gender differences Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors contributing to loneliness as mentioned in the text?

Poor social skills, negative self-views, and negative expectations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of debriefing in research?

To explain the purpose of the study and resolve negative feelings Signup and view all the answers

What is the cornerstone of conducting cross-cultural research?

Establishing equivalency across cultures Signup and view all the answers

How can participant confidentiality be protected in research?

Using a code number instead of the person's name and storing data in a locked room with restricted access Signup and view all the answers

What is sample equivalence in cross-cultural studies?

Ensuring sociodemographic equivalency of participants in different cultures Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of language on research findings?

The language used during testing can affect findings Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Common Problems and Influences in Close Relationships

Conflict in close relationships is common, with married couples averaging 2 to 3 disagreements per month.
How conflict is handled is a major predictor of relationship satisfaction and longevity.
Four major types of responses to conflict include voice, neglect, exit, and loyalty.
Destructive conflict styles in marriage include criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling.
Negative attributional traps can lead to detrimental relationship dynamics.
Jealousy is experienced differently based on perceived threats and gender differences.
Loneliness can have social and emotional dimensions, with various consequences such as lowered immune competence and high stress levels.
Poor social skills, negative self-views, and negative expectations contribute to loneliness.
Relationship dissolution can lead to increased distress, especially for the person being "dumped."
Divorce can have negative impacts on children, leading to higher conflict in their own relationships and negative attitudes towards marriage.
Culture influences views on attraction, beauty, love, friendship, and the importance of love in marriage.
Arranged marriages and couple-initiated marriages may have differences in satisfaction and conflict resolution strategies based on cultural influences.